1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 14-J, W-4810. Rarity-1. Stegosaurus Head. EF-45 (PCGS).Deep speckles of crimson accent the chocolate brown coloration across this beautiful Choice EF specimen. Olive patina remains in the protected areas and speaks to the originality of this desirable piece. Minor, natural striations in the planchet show in the peripheries but the surfaces are remarkably devoid of blemishes. A mild swelling has begun to develop in the right obverse as seen in Die State 2, though the devices are left sharp and unobscured. A fantastic example of both the Maris 14-J dies and the 1786 New Jersey issue.From the Collection of Larry L. Terrell. Earlier ex Bowers and Merena, May 1995, privately.
