1787 Massachusetts Cent. Ryder 4-D, W-6110. Rarity-3+. Bowed Head. AU-53 (PCGS).150.1 grains. Uniform dark chocolate brown surfaces on both sides appear choice and glossy even though they are slightly microgranular under magnification. A few small marks are scattered about, the most notable of which is a blunt abrasion in the recess left of the eagle’s neck. A bit of light roughness is noted at the centers, this being some natural planchet texture that did not quite strike out, though the strike is fairly good overall. A rather handsome piece with nice detail and eye appeal.From the Twin Leaf Collection of Connecticut & Massachusetts Coppers. Earlier ex Sixth Annual C4 Convention sale, November 2000:287; Bowers and Merena, March 2003:198.