| Description |
1787 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Mailed Bust Left, 1787 over 1788 VF30 NGC. M. 9-R, W-2860, High R.4. 115.7 grains. The obverse is found on Miller 9-D, 9-E, and 9-R, while the reverse appears with obverse dies 9 and 15. A few minor rim bruises are evident on this golden-tan and olive-brown copper. The obverse legend is complete, although NNEC appears weaker than the other letters. The reverse has a bold overdate with most of the legend visible. Specimens appearing in the 1975 Pine-Tree EAC sale, and the Taylor, Perkins, and Ford Collections were all graded Very Fine. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Realized $2,115.00. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
