1788 Massachusetts Cent. Ryder 11-E, W-6300. Rarity-3+. Period After MASSACHUSETTS, Slim Indian. VF-35 (ANACS).An attractive and sharply detailed example featuring a trace of natural planchet striation through the lower obverse. The reverse remains particularly well defined, showing intricate feather detail to the eagle and veining to the leaves of the branch in the left talon. Microgranular under magnification, as is typical, though appearing glossy and smooth in-hand. The woodgrain patina of bronze and coffee coloration contributes significantly to the strong eye appeal of this piece.From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
