1787 Connecticut Copper. Miller 33.29-gg.1, W-3810. Rarity-5. Draped Bust Left, ETLIR. VF-35 (PCGS).

128.2 grains. An exceptionally bold specimen struck from an early die state of this variety and displaying detail that is clearly better than the assigned grade of VF-35. There is very little wear and even hints of luster in the fields. Nice olive-brown color with slightly bright overtones of golden-tan. A scratch at the effigy's eye to the wreath is the only mark to note. Nicely centered with full, strong detail on each side and much of the dentils visible as well. An impressive representative of these dies.

PCGS# 686391.

From the Norman G. Peters Collection.