1788 Connecticut Copper. Miller 16.3-N, W-4610. Rarity-2. Draped Bust Left. Overstruck on 1787 Massachusetts cent, Ryder 1-B. Fine-12 (PCGS).115.6 grains. Another boldly overstruck example. Interestingly, in this cataloger’s experience with this overstrike (dating back roughly 30 years), most are in relatively high grade. This example is a clear exception: well spent and well worn over decades to achieve this level of wear. The surfaces are glossy and nearly smooth, with dark chocolate brown fields contrasting with lighter devices and legends. A good deal of undertype is visible, including the outline of much of the standing Indian and abundant wing feather detail from the eagle on the reverse. The undertype exergue is visible at IND of INDE. Low grade for a Miller 16.3-N, but problem free and attractive.From the E Pluribus Unum Collection.
