1787 Massachusetts Half Cent. Ryder 4-C, W-5940. Rarity-2. MS-64 BN (PCGS). A beautiful and significant near-Gem with impressively smooth surfaces. The fields are painted in rich mahogany patina, accented by deep green and blue hues in selected areas. Sharply struck at the centers and drawn slightly towards 6 oclock on the reverse. Very attractive with choice in every respect.<br data-uw-rm-sr="" role="presentation" style="box-sizing:border-box;color:#333333;font-family:Avenir, Roboto, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;" /><br data-uw-rm-sr="" role="presentation" style="box-sizing:border-box;color:#333333;font-family:Avenir, Roboto, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;" />Of the nine known die marriages of the 1787 Massachusetts half cent, Ryder 4-C is the most frequently encountered, making the variety a particular favorite with high grade type collectors and variety specialists. While Mint State pieces can be found, they are generally scarce and rarely encountered above MS-63.
