Lot 48
1787 New Jersey Maris 63-r Rarity-5 VF25. Large Planchet, Plain Narrow Shield. Sharpness near EF40 but the planchet is not perfectly smooth. The surfaces are covered with extremely fine roughness mixed with a few small patches of light corrosion on both sides. The largest spot of corrosion is located at the dentils right of the plow. A glass reveals several fine hairline scratches hidden in the toning on both sides, especially on the shield. Slightly glossy steel brown and light chocolate with darker olive brown toning in the fields and protected areas. Nicely struck, the date and legends all bold. A decent example of this tough die variety. Listed on pages 69-70 in the "Redbook." Weight 152.5 grains.
Estimated Value $300-UP.
Ex Jeff Rock.
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