1787 Massachusetts Cent. Ryder 6-G, W-6140. Rarity-4-. Arrows in Left Talon, Stout Indian. EF-40, Smoothed.167.26 grains. A satisfying example of this Stout Indian variety. The complexion is a marbling of deep mahogany tones with darker patina in the protected areas. The overall sharpness is exceptional, and it is only under scrutiny that evidence of smoothing becomes apparent throughout. As such, the surfaces are uniform in texture and lightly glossed, with just a few trivial rim bruises to be observed on either side. Strong eye appeal despite the stated qualifier and certainly suitable for a type collection of early American issues. <p>From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
