Pre-Long Beach Auction #84

1787 Massachusetts Half Cent Ryder 4-C Rarity-1 F15. Sharpness VF30 but the fields and protected areas are covered with very fine roughness while the highpoints are smooth. No marks or verdigris, and the eye appeal of this half cent is decent. Slightly glossy chocolate brown and steel. The date and legends are complete and strong. Weight 73.6 grains. Listed on page 59 in the "Redbook."
Estimated Value $100-UP.