1788 Machins Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 23-88A, W-8100. Rarity-2. GEORGIVS III, Group III. AU Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).110.4 grains. An exceptionally sharp piece, boldly struck and little worn. Finely porous throughout, but still quite presentable. Some faint hairlines are visible on both sides, and the bluish-gray toning is suggestive of a light cleaning. Nevertheless, the level of detail and lack of significant marks or flaws makes this an appealing example of the date.PCGS# 826967.From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Cicik, May 1993.
