1786 Connecticut Copper. Miller 5.11-R, W-2660. Rarity-5. Mailed Bust Left. EF-40 (PCGS).

133.5 grains. A choice, Condition Census example of this interesting variety, the reverse of which appears only on this and the rare 4.2-R marriage. The R reverse features a unique ornament following INDE, a cluster of seven dots, and this feature is on display as boldly as ever on this coin. Handsome light to medium olive-brown surfaces are remarkably hard and smooth with no roughness or notable marks. There are a few very light planchet flaws on each side that add a little rustic character to this 1786 Connecticut without materially affecting the eye appeal. A well executed strike is centered and full with just a touch of weakness at the outer rim over TORI and IN. The date is impressively bold and has a border of dentils beneath it. The Ford-Partrick coin graded AU in Ford and NGC MS-61BN in Partrick is the only piece we are aware of that is technically finer, but it was not as well struck. The Hall-Hessberg and 1975 EAC Sale coins are other noteworthy examples but this piece seems to surpass them. A great piece that offers undeniably rare condition and eye appeal for the variety.

PCGS# 686366.

From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Anthony Terranova Collection, January 2012.