1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 24-P, W-4965. Rarity-2. Narrow Shield, Curved Plow Beam. EF-40 (PCGS).An absolutely delightful New Jersey for both the type collector and the specialist. The surfaces are nicely composed and deliver strong eye appeal, showing a trivial microgranularity on the reverse but remaining devoid of notable blemishes. The strike is ideally centered, with a full circumference of denticles on each side and even definition throughout. The diagnostic crumbling under the first reverse star is nearly a full cud, indicating a late stage of Die State 2. Toned in a marbling of mahogany and chocolate-brown hues. The Condition Census for Maris 24-P runs from UNC through EF+, emphasizing the significance of this lovely EF-40 (PCGS) specimen.From the Collection of Larry L. Terrell. Earlier ex Bowers and Merena, February 1995, privately.
