1785 Connecticut Copper. Miller 6.4-K, W-2425. Rarity-6. Bust Right. Fine-12 (PCGS). 135.8 grains. Attractive chocolate-brown surfaces with slightly deeper patina in the fields, just enough to accentuate the design features. Generally smooth upon first glance, with only slight porosity visible upon closer inspection. Planchet fissures affect only the base of the bust and top of the head on the obverse, leaving the broad prime focal areas free of distractions. The reverse exhibits more aggressive fissures and flaws near Libertys head at the rim, but still the eye appeal is nice for the grade. A bit weak at the date, though the coin is well centered on the flan and the legends are clear. Very handsome overall for this challenging variety. PCGS# 686817. From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier from McCawley & Grellmans Fourth Annual C4 Convention Sale, November 1998, lot 99; Anthony Terranova, 2001; our sale of the Twin Leaf Collection, Spring 2019 Baltimore Auction, lot 8088.
