| Description |
1788 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Mailed Bust Left XF45 NGC. M. 11-G, W-4510, R.2. 115.7 grains. Die alignment 350 degrees. Clash marks and trivial die cracks are noted on the obverse. Both dies are unique to this marriage. Faint hairlines are nicely blended with the surrounding surfaces of this faintly granular dark chocolate and steel-brown example. The strike is imperfectly centered, especially on the reverse where the tops of ET LIB and the head overlap the edge of the flan. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Realized $1,116.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
