1787 1/2C Massachusetts, BN MS(PCGS#296)

1787 1/2C Massachusetts, BN MS (PCGS#296)

August 2018 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Philadelphia, PA

详细说明: Stunning Gem Mint State 1787 Ryder 4-C Massachusetts Half Cent 1787 Massachusetts Half Cent. Ryder 4-C, W-5940. Rarity-2. MS-65 * BN (NGC). CAC. This is a simply outstanding Massachusetts half cent, with both sides exhibiting satiny steel-brown surfaces with considerable gloss to the texture. The strike is nicely centered on both sides, although softness of detail around the obverse periphery means that little denticulation is present on that side. Otherwise boldly to sharply defined, the central motifs include crisp delineation between all of the pleats in the Native American's outfit and each feather in the eagle's plumage. The appearance is smooth and close to pristine. Of the nine known die marriages of the 1787 Massachusetts half cent, Ryder 4-C is the most frequently encountered, making the variety a particular favorite with high grade type collectors and variety specialists. While Mint State pieces can be found, they are rare in an absolute sense, especially with the exceptionally smooth surfaces and remarkable eye appeal offered here. Provenance: From the Cardinal Collection Educational Foundation. Earlier from Heritage's CSNS Signature Auction of April 2008, lot 15. NGC Census (all die marriages of the issue): 6; just one of which has received a * designation for superior eye appeal; 0 finer in this category. PCGS# 296. NGC ID: 2B22. Click here for certification details from NGC.