Pre-Long Beach Auction #84

1787 New Jersey Maris 63-q Rarity-3 F12. A Large Planchet with Sprig Above Plow variety. Beautiful glossy light to medium chocolate brown with smooth surfaces. Nicely struck on a flawless planchet. Looks perfect to the unaided eye but a glass reveals a few very light scratches on the horse's head, all blended perfectly into the attractive toning. Weight 132.8 grains. Listed on page 70 in the "Redbook."
Estimated Value $200-UP.
Ex Dr. Carl A. Minning, Jr., Bowers & Merena 8/31/1999:1023 (where graded VF20, lot ticket included).