1787 Massachusetts Half Cent. Ryder 2-A, W-5910. Rarity-4. AU-58 (PCGS).75.7 grains. Very attractive light olive and steel brown with subtle mottling noted on the obverse when studied under strong light. A trace of very light surface debris clings to the arrow and in other recesses, adding to the originality of this lovely piece. Glossy and well struck with fairly crisp detail. The only notable softness is among the highest relief points on the Indian, though all pleats are separated, with just a trace of natural roughness at this area that did not strike fully out. Nicer than the Garrett, Taylor and Michael Demling coins.From the Twin Leaf Collection of Connecticut & Massachusetts Coppers. Earlier ex Jim McGuigan; Bill Weber, Superior, June 2002:2072.
