1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 38-c, W-5190. Rarity-3. Outlined Shield, Small Head. Fine-12 (PCGS). 147.1 grains. 27.3 mm. Light brown on the obverse, light brown and olive on the reverse, over finely granular surfaces. The off-center striking to 6:00 conspires with a rim clip at that location to leave just half the date on the coin. The central devices are complete and the eye appeal is good for the grade. A little scratch is seen on the plow. Die State 4, with clashing visible above the shield. Perhaps not the sexiest New Jersey copper variety, but still pretty tough to find in high grade. PCGS# 766275. From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Rich Nadeau, January 1995.
