1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 43-d, W-5225. Rarity-1. Outlined Shield, Bulbous Nose--Edge Lettered--Fine-12, uncertified. 152.9 grains. 26.0 mm. A marvelous New Jersey curiosity, a pleasing and smooth example of this variety that has had its edges hammered and then carefully lettered with single-letter punches reading THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY US OF AMERICA ********. Thats eight stars. A very cute oddball item. From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier from Newtown, March 1993.
