1787 Massachusetts Cent. Ryder 3-G, W-6090. Rarity-2. Arrows in Left Talon. MS-63 BN (PCGS). 145.6 grains. A remarkable and beautiful example with impressive Choice Mint State attributes. Lustrous rich chocolate-brown with real mint red clinging to many of the peripheral details. Wonderful, original surfaces that have significant mint frost on both sides, especially on the reverse where nearly full cartwheel luster swirls through the fields. Absolutely choice with no marks or spots that catch the eye, only microscopic abrasions and specks of dirt are to be found upon close inspection with a glass. This is one of the more available varieties of 1787 Massachusetts cent and, within the context of the series, relatively obtainable in Mint State. Still, with its superb surfaces and exceptional eye appeal, this piece stands out as a desirable example perfect for a high quality type set. PCGS# 688947. From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Lawrence R. Stack Collection, November 2006.
