1787 Connecticut Copper. Miller 33.17-r.1, W-3625. Rarity-1. Draped Bust Left, B (LIB) over Cinquefoil. AU-50 (PCGS).134.5 grains. Lustrous golden-brown of an essentially perfect hue, this coin boasts lustrous surfaces, an above average strike, and none of the pesky planchet flaws that plague even superb grade pieces. A swath of darker patina at chin and hair tie are noted, as is a carbon spot above 7 in the date. Struck a bit off-center on both sides, bringing the devices and legends in close contact with and even overlapping the rims. A choice coin that was a relatively recent “color and surfaces” addition to the collection.From the Robert M. Martin Collection. Ex the Old New England Collection in Heritage’s Sale of April 23, 2014, lot 3731.
