 1787 Connecticut copper. MBL. Tallest head. M.8-O. R-3. Choice Very Fine. 142.0 gns. Light golden brown in color on both sides, the higher points of the reverse a little redder. Obverse surface lightly granular, particularly in the upper left field; reverse just microgranular save for the center where there is a scattering of light flaws. Small planchet clip on the obverse at about 10:00 mirrored on the reverse running through the bases of the date numerals. Some light hairlines. Well struck with good color. Normal coin turn reverse orientation.
Ex St. Louis Stamp & Coin Company on October 1, 1926. Square collector's ticket accompanies the lot.
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