Massachusetts Cent
1788 Massachusetts Cent. Ryder 10-L, W-6280. Rarity-2. Period After MASSACHUSETTS. AU-53 (PCGS).
160.9 grains. A conservatively graded piece with glossy and even, dark chocolate-brown surfaces that are more evocative of the AU-58 grade level. Ryder 10-L is a common die marriage that ranges from poorly struck to very well struck -- this coin falls in the latter category, with near full delineation in the Native American's tunic and the eagle's feathers. Here is a problem-free coin boasting very positive visual appeal.
PCGS# 948. NGC ID: 2B27.
Ex Michael Demling, purchased privately from Dennis Wierzba via Michael Wierzba; our sale of the Michael Demling Collection of Massachusetts Cents, March 2018 Baltimore Auction, lot 3044. Collector envelope with attribution notation included.
Estimate: $1600