1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 56-n, W-5310. Rarity-1. No Sprig Above Plow, Camel Head--Double Struck--VF Details--Damage (PCGS).

The double strike is not noted on the PCGS insert, although it is very dramatic, especially on the obverse, and one can also easily discern portions of two shields on the reverse. What the PCGS holder does refer to - through its perhaps somewhat unfair "Damage" qualifier - is a bold and neatly executed counterstamp, J.P, which appears in the centers on both sides. This style of J.P is unlisted in the Brunk reference. There are no other marks of note, the surfaces with light roughness overall, but to no great detriment. Autumn and olive-brown patina with a full, well executed strike from the second impression. This is a plentiful variety in the series, but it is popular with collectors due to a large number of overstrikes and other oddities such as this double struck and counterstamped piece. Sure to draw attention from specialists.

PCGS# 515. NGC ID: 2B4V.