1788 New Jersey copper. Maris 77-dd (DS3) i.e. 78-dd. Rarity-2. Running Fox. AU-50 (PCGS).150.8 grains. 27.1 mm. Rich chocolate brown and olive with nearly smooth surfaces. Glossy, pleasing, and sharp, this is a very attractive specimen, though it may not meet the grade standards for the SHI Condition Census, which includes one EF+ coin and five EFs. The central obverse break is crisp and bold here, showing the crenelated or denticulated effect that lends credence to the idea that the break was caused by a collision with the rim of a wayward die. The angular reverse break is in full form as well. While delisted as “Maris 78-dd” in favor of a more accurate description as the late die state of Maris 77-dd, most collectors will still want to own this former variety. The running fox is crisp here, making this an equally worthy type coin.From the E Pluribus Unum Collection of New Jersey Coppers.
