1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 18-J, W-4875. Rarity-5+. Wide Shield, Bridle. VF-20.，138.0 grains. Sharpness is at least that of a Very Fine coin, though this sharpness is tempered by surfaces that range from porous to eroded. The obverse is quite pleasant and complete, with areas of severe porosity. The reverse exhibits greater erosion, making the peripheral legends hard to decipher, though the central shield retains its horizontal and vertical bars. The obverse "bridle," for which obverse 18 is famous, is clear on this example. It is a strong representative of this rare die combination.From the Syd Martin Collection. Earlier Ex our (Bowers and Merenas) sale of the Leonard J. Torok, M.D. Collection, September 1998, lot 19; Chris Young Collection; Eighth Annual C-4 Convention Sale, November 16, 2002, lot 402.
