1788 Connecticut Copper. Miller 16.3-N, W-4610. Rarity-2. Draped Bust Left. EF-45 (PCGS).96.4 grains. Glossy, even slightly lustrous surfaces are a decent mix of light golden-tan and deeper ruddy-brown. Struck on a fairly thin and lightweight planchet, modest planchet flaws remain at the upper reverse and portions of the peripheries, as well as a bit of natural porosity throughout, where the generally well executed strike did not totally smooth out the metal. No marks or other post-strike impairments of any consequence. With a bold date, complete legends, and well defined motifs, this is a solid example of the variety, type, and date.PCGS# 687240.From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier from Goldbergs sale of the Dr. Jon Kardatzke Collection, June 2000, lot 19; Jim LaSarre, via John Agre and Dave Wnuck (Coin Rarities Online), June 2006.
