1787 Connecticut Copper. Miller 8-N, W-2835. Rarity-4. Mailed Bust Left. VF-30 (PCGS).141.4 grains. Glossy tan surfaces with traces of deeper reddish brown through some of the recesses. Gentle porosity and a couple of tiny voids, but no serious flaws, whether natural or from handling. A couple of small rim bumps are noted, however. Struck about 15% off center with a broad arc of natural planchet curving around half the coin, this similar to the Collection SLT example we sold in 2012. Painted attribution number in the obverse field.From the Twin Leaf Collection of Connecticut & Massachusetts Coppers. Earlier ex Tom Rinaldo at the 2000 Central States show.
