1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 56-n, W-5310. Rarity-1. Camel Head. VF-30 (PCGS).Smooth in hand with considerable gloss, both sides of this premium example are richly toned in a blend of charcoal-copper and golden-brown. Struck trivially off center to 9 oclock on the obverse, the reverse is well centered, and all devices are clear with the design boldly rendered throughout. Close inspection with a loupe reveals microscopic roughness to the reverse, which feature is easily forgiven given the overall superior quality of this piece. Maris 56-n is one of three Camel Head varieties in the New Jersey copper series, and it is most popular of this trio among type collectors since it is far more obtainable than Maris 57-n and Maris 58-n. The present example would make a lovely addition to any collection.
