1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 45-d, W-5240. Rarity-5+. No Sprig Above Plow, Hypertrophic Ear. VG-10 (PCGS). 137.4 grains. Engaging reddish-orange and olive-brown patina blends over hard, tight surfaces. Smooth in hand, and impressively so for the assigned grade, ample detail remains from a strike that is just a bit off center toward the upper left obverse, lower right reverse. Although this is not a Condition Census example, Maris 45-d is rare enough that most New Jersey copper enthusiasts lack the die pairing entirely. Attractive at the PCGS-certified VG grade level, this piece would make an impressive addition to many specialized collections. From the Norman G. Peters Collection.