1786 New Jersey copper. Maris 14-J. Rarity-1. Straight Plow Beam. MS-62+ BN (PCGS).144.1 grains. A common variety in exquisite condition, displaying faded mint red around the design elements against glossy light brown surfaces. Nicely struck and centered on a somewhat oblong planchet, with denticles visible beneath the date, at the upper right obverse, and on the reverse from 12:00 to 4:00. An arc of faint pitting is noted around the obverse periphery, an artifact of the planchet cutting process, strongest from the area beneath the date to NO but also visible between A and CAE and elsewhere. Attractive and free of significant problems. Die State 2, with a bulge running from the 1 of the date across the bust truncation to RE of CAESAREA, a typical die state.From the E Pluribus Unum Collection of New Jersey Coppers.
