Earlycoppercoins's Coin Album

1786 CT 1/2P Mailed Bust Left AU55BN PCGS #331

1787 CT 1/2P Small Head Right, ''ET LIB'' XF40BN PCGS #346

1787 CT 1/2P Draped Bust Left VF25BN PCGS #370

1787 CT 1/2P Draped Bust Left, FNDE F12BN PCGS #388

1787 Connecticut 1/2p, M32.5-aa, W3260, INDE/FUDE = FNDE, R4. A nice example of an interesting variety, and with two very different auction results. This coin was lot #6530 in the Stacks Americana sale of 01/16/07, where it was described as: “1787 Connecticut copper. M.32.5-aa. Rarity-4. Draped Bust Left. FNDE. Choice Very Fine-30. 111.9 grains, 27.5 mm. A truly fascinating variety in the series, with the reverse legend INDE punched over an initial errant FU that suggests the die sinker mistook this die for that of a Fugio cent produced concurrently in the same facility! Medium brown with darker toning around peripheries and throughout fields. Easily VF or better where struck, though the profile of the obverse figure and right side of the reverse figure lack detail and instead show the texture of the unstruck planchet. The FNDE characteristic is very clear. Ford's was far more worn but still sold for $1,725. This is a tough variety to find nice. PCGS has certified only three for its Set Registry participants, none better than VF. Provenance: From the George Polis Collection; previously from McCawley-Grellman's sale of the Scott Barnes Collection, October 1998, Lot 224.” Back in that 2007 auction, this coin sold for $977.50. Fast-forward 17 years to 11/22/24, where this coin just realized $168 in the Stacks Bowers internet only auction as lot #8453, and now graded PCGS F15 instead of raw VF30. At the time of this description, PCGS had graded just 17 examples of the FNDE variety #388, and at least three of those were the much rarer M32.8-aa variety. Kevin Vinton was the lucky winner at that bargain price, and I purchased the coin from Kevin on 12/28/24. So $168 is way too cheap and $977.50 is way too much, so I am offering this coin at $350 which should be Goldilocks. PCGS #388.12/50449205 “Draped Bust Left, FNDE.”

1787 CT 1/2P Draped Bust Left, ETLIR F15BN PCGS #391

'1771' 1/2P Machin's Mills XF40BN PCGS #448

1771 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 3-71B, W7680, GEORGIVS III, Group I, R5. A lovely example purchased from Richard Gross on 05/17/25. The 2nd Edition of the HRT book lists a condition census for this variety from AU55 down to VF25, so this fall favorably within those rankings. Gorgeous glossy medium brown color with some minor planchet roughness on each side, not to bad in hand and certainly exaggerated by the oversized photos. A late die state (LDS) example with a bold horizontal cud beneath the shoulder on the obverse, and a bold yet small rim break on the reverse at K11. There seem to be a few of this variety in AU, including the Richard August PCGS AU55 at $15,600 and AU53 at $13,200, and the nice EPU example PCGS AU53 which realized $6,000 in 2019. After those three AU’s there are FIVE EF40’s, including my example. PCGS certification# 448.40/47208133 without any variety attributions on the label.

'1771' 1/2P Machin's Mills XF40BN PCGS #448

''1775'' 1/2P Machin's Mills VF30BN PCGS #457

1775 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 4-75A, W7780, GEORGIVS III, Group I, R4. Pedigreed to the 11/22/24 Stacks Bowers internet only auction, lot #8498, and described as: “1775 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 4-75A, W-7780. Rarity-4. GEORGIVS III, Group I. VF-30 (PCGS). Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier from McCawley-Grellman's Twelfth Annual C-4 Convention Sale, December 2006, lot 20.” The coin realized $456 in this 2024 Stacks Bowers auction to Kevin Vinton, and I purchased the coin from him on 12/14/24. Then I sold the coin to Matt Virga on 03/03/25 and bought it back on 04/14/25! I would certainly like to upgrade this example, but that might take a while. PCGS certification #457.30/50449737; none of the prior envelopes or auction inserts remain with this coin.

''1775'' 1/2P Machin's Mills VF30BN PCGS #457

'1778' 1/2P Machin's Mills AU50BN PCGS #466

1778 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 11-78A, W7820, GEORGIVES III, Group III, R3. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Ross Family Collection, sold on 11/18/24 as lot #1255, and described as: “1778 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 11-78A, W-7820. Rarity-3. GEORGIVS III, Group III. AU-50 (PCGS). Warm olive-copper with intermingled streaks and blushes of lighter golden-brown. The impression is trivially off center to 3 o'clock, right borders into the peripheral lettering on both sides. Overall detail is bold, nonetheless, with the design fully appreciable. Minor flan flaws over and before the effigy, a few others widely scattered through the reverse field. Handling marks are minor, the texture frosty with some good gloss. All in all, an attractive piece that is well above average for this Vlack number. Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier from NASCA's Kessler-Spangenberger Collection Sale, April 1981, lot 2334.” The coin comes with a gray envelope that references a weight of 104.2g, and a price of $2,350. That price matches a catalog cutout apparently from Angel Pietri on 06/02 that reads “7-. 11-78A: EF, 104.2g, glossy, high end CC, nearly equal to Ringo’s coin. Ex-Kessler-Spangenberger sale, lot 2334. $2,350.” And finally, there is also a paper insert with some typewritten notes that also reference ex-Kessler and “2 to 3 EF KNOWN.” This coin sold for $1,320 in the 2024 Ross auction, and I purchased the coin for a significantly higher price from CVM on 04/21/25. But I was happy to do that for two reasons: first, this coin has a current PCGS Price Guide value of $2,250, and second and more importantly, there just are NOT that many examples of this date that come nice. This one appears to be one of the sharper and more attractive examples. Take a stroll through the Stacks Bowers auction archives and you will see what I mean! PCGS certification# 466.50/50449739.

'1778' 1/2P Machin's Mills AU50BN PCGS #466

1787 1/2P Machin's Mills AU58BN PCGS #469

1787 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 19-87C, W7940, GEORGIVS III, Group III, R2. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Ross Family Collection, sold on 11/18/24 as lot #1256 and described as: “1787 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 19-87C, W-7940. Rarity-2. GEORGIVS III, Group III. AU-58 (PCGS). A very attractive high grade example with choice walnut-brown color and high quality, frosty textured surfaces. Boldly struck throughout and just about perfectly centered on the obverse, the reverse is aligned to 1 o'clock with no denticulation along the upper right. There is only a slight trace of wear across the high points. Close inspection will reveal nothing other than a few extremely minor planchet voids and trivial natural roughness. One of the most common varieties of Machin's Mills halfpennies and ideal for the type collector. Features the prolific reverse 87C die that was used on six different counterfeit halfpenny varieties as well as the RR-13 Vermont at the very end of its life. Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier from EWS Robison, 1975; McCawley-Grellman's Seventh Annual C-4 Convention Sale, November 2001, lot 370.” The coin sold for $1,680 to CVM in that 2024 auction, and I purchased the coin from Chris on 04/22/25. 1787 is the most common date for Machin’s Mills coinage, but even so, this AU58 should be among the top ten graded examples at PCGS. Current PCGS Price Guide is $5,500, which is obviously too high. Or is it? PCGS certification# 469.58/50449741.

1787 1/2P Machin's Mills AU58BN PCGS #469

1786 NJ 1/2P Narrow Shield XF40BN PCGS #496

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. 1786 New Jersey 1/2p, M24-P, W4965, Narrow Shield, R2. This coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS as EF40, and it’s an above average example with attractive color, sharp details, and nice surfaces. Purchased from Coast Coin on 02/04/25; PCGS certification# 496.40/30152040, with “Narrow Shield” on the PCGS label. To be more accurate, this is also the Narrow Shield with Curved Plow Beam variety.

1786 NJ 1/2P Narrow Shield XF40BN PCGS #496

1786 NJ 1/2P Bridle XF40BN PCGS #501

1787 NJ 1/2P Outlined Shield XF45BN PCGS #503

1787 New Jersey 1/2p, M48-g, W5275, R1. This coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS as EF45, and CAC-certified as CHOICE for the assigned grade! You bet, and it's CAC-stickered because this is an AU trapped in an EF holder! Gorgeous color, surfaces, and eye appeal with some mint luster that screams for a higher grade. A very common variety, but also the most pronounced "Outlined Shield" variety for the Redbook type, so this is such an incredible example to fill that space in a registry set. Purchased from John Agre 07/28/22.

1787 NJ 1/2P Outlined Shield XF45BN PCGS #503

1787 NJ 1/2P PLURIBS XF40BN PCGS #512

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. Recently sold in the Stacks Bowers auction of 11/18/24, where this example was lot #1281 and described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 60-p, W-5340. Rarity-4. Sprig Above Plow, PLURIBS. Large Planchet. EF-40 (PCGS). 154.7 grains. Handsome olive and golden-brown patina, the planchet choice apart from light porosity that hardly detracts. Excellent overall definition, just a tad soft in the centers, impression trivially off center to 1 o'clock on the obverse, 5 o'clock on the reverse. Although not included therein, this piece challenges the best pieces listed in the 2013 Siboni-Howes-Ish Condition Census, which range in grade from VF to AU. Much of what our online archives from the past 20 or so years can muster for Maris 60-p grades Fine or Very Fine; the Dr. Gordon Shaw specimen is a noteworthy outlier in PCGS AU-50, it brought $8,813 in March 2017, although shows considerably more planchet roughness in the centers than seen here. Here, indeed, is a coin that would be difficult to improve upon for the variety. Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier ex our (Bowers and Merena's) sale of the Frederick B. Taylor Collection, March 1987, lot 2256; Tom Rinaldo.” The coin was purchased from the Stacks auction by CVM for $2640, and I paid a considerably higher price at the Grapevine coin show on 12/13/24. At the time of this description, this coin is tied for second-highest graded example at PCGS, with the Dr. Gordon Shaw specimen mentioned in the description above being the highest graded example at PCGS as AU50. The other PCGS EF40 resides in the RUATWINCOIN collection. While the Shaw specimen is listed as EF- and CC5, this Taylor example is not among the top 8 coins listed in the new Siboni / Howell / Ish “New Jersey State Coppers Companion” released in 2024. However, I suspect that this coin would certainly be among the top dozen for the M60-p variety. PCGS #512.40/50449842 with “PLURIBS” and “Taylor” listed on the PCGS label.

1787 NJ 1/2P PLURIBS XF40BN PCGS #512

1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head AU50BN PCGS #515

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. A gorgeous lustrous medium tan example of the Camel Head Redbook type. Purchased from the Stacks November 2024 Baltimore auction as lot #1280, where it was described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 56-n, W-5310. Rarity-1. No Sprig Above Plow, Camel Head. Overstruck on a Contemporary Counterfeit Irish Halfpenny. AU-50 (PCGS). 127.6 grains. So choice that it was cataloged as "Uncirc. V. rare gem" in Schulman's 1955 sale of the Spiro Collection. Off center such that two-thirds of the date is off the planchet, upper left reverse border engaging the top of the letter R in PLURIBUS. Otherwise we note plenty of sharp to full striking detail, traces of the undertype clearest in the left obverse field and at the left reverse border within the letters E PLU. Smooth olive-brown surfaces are hard, tight and frosty - a lovely high grade example of this popular type variety in the New Jersey copper series. Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier from Hans M.F. Schulman's sale of the Dr. Jacob N. Spiro Collection, March 1955, lot 1571; our (Stack's) sale of the Bareford Collection of New Jersey Coppers, May 1984 Greater New York Numismatic Convention Sale, Part I, lot 186; our (Kingwood Galleries') Franconia Sale, August 1992, lot 6615; McCawley-Grellman's Ninth Annual C-4 Convention Sale, November 2003, lot 427.” The coin realized $1,920 in this latest appearance. Absolutely a gorgeous, glossy, premium example, and I don’t expect to ever upgrade this one, at least not easily! PCGS #515.50/50449840, with “Camel Head Struck on Irish 1/2D, Spiro” listed on the PCGS label.

1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head AU50BN PCGS #515

'1784' 1/2P Machin's Related, Vlack 14-84A F15BN PCGS #935

1784 Machin’s Mills “related” 1/2p, Circulating Counterfeit, Vlack 14-84A, W8130, R5, PCGS F15. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 03/09/26 as lot #1443 and described as: “1784 Circulating Counterfeit Halfpenny. Machin's Mills Related. Vlack 14-84A, W-8130. Rarity-5. Fine-15 (PCGS). 98.9 grains. A distinctive entry among American-associated imitation halfpennies. Long collected as part of the Machin's series by virtue of being included on Vlack's 1974 plate, this variety was clearly present in American pockets, though it's uncertain where it was made. A specimen was in the group of coins found at Washington's headquarters in Montclair, NJ in 1922 (the so-called Beach-Grunthal Hoard), and others have been found by metal detectorists in more recent years in the Mid-Atlantic region. Byron Weston has suggested an English origin for these coins, though the number found on American shores makes intentional production for the American market seem likely regardless of who exactly made them. This piece is far finer than most seen, with a particularly firm strike on a fine, broad planchet. Denticles frame most of both sides, surrounding glossy chocolate brown fields that are as unflawed as ever encountered. The legends and date are complete, the central devices are well rendered, and no notable post striking flaws are present. A thin scratch leading to the base of the final A of BRITANNIA blends in, as does a few scattered marks and hairlines. The eye appeal is superb. Despite its relatively unimpressive assigned grade, this is one of the very finest examples of this variety we've ever seen. And that's why it's in the Richard August Collection. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” So if you look through the Stacks Bowers archives, you will quickly see that despite the PCGS F15 assessment, that this is actually one of the higher-grade examples. Looking further, you will also see that this example is certainly above average in terms of surfaces, color, eye appeal, and STRIKE, with plenty of definition on the top half of the reverse which always comes weak on this variety. My previous coin was the Long Island Collection NGC VF35 which was crossed over into a PCGS VF30 holder, so although the number on the holder for this coin is lower, it is certainly an UPGRADE for me! Current PCGS Price Guide Value is $2,250 at the time of this writing but I was happy to pay $2,880 for this example. Richard graded this coin EF40, "high condition census," and valued it at $15,000. PCGS certification# 935.15/50929684 with “Machin’s Related, Vlack 14-84A, Richard August Collection” on the label.

'1784' 1/2P Machin's Related, Vlack 14-84A F15BN PCGS #935

1788 Cent Massachusetts, Period VF20BN PCGS #948

1788 Cent Massachusetts, Period XF40BN PCGS #948

1793 1C Wreath, Vine and Bars VG8BN PCGS #1347

1793 1C S-11a VG8BN PCGS #35465

1786 NJ 1/2P Nar Shld, Curv Plow Beam XF40BN PCGS #45424

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. This coin’s last appearance was the Stacks Bowers auction on 11/18/24, where it was lot #1269 and described as: “1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 23-R, W-4945. Rarity-3. Curved Plow Beam, Narrow Shield, Blundered Six. EF-40 (PCGS). 137.6 grains. Medium autumn-brown with some areas of deeper toning. Central pecks in the planchet, as struck, and a tiny old vertical gouge at the upper dexter corner of the reverse shield are the only marks to speak of, though a few other tiny ones come to light under low magnification. Slightly off center on the obverse to 7 o'clock affecting the dentils there but nothing else; the reverse is perfectly centered. This well-pedigreed lot is accompanied by a hand-written note in black ink reading: "From Scott Collection 23/R Fine. My piece which I bought in Parmelee Sale Lot 379 $6.25 is but a trifle better than the enclosed. For Mr. Hays." Added in the corner of the note in purple ink is: "This is Dr. Hall's MEM.[orandum] C.[harles] S.[teigerwalt]." Also accompanied by Hays' own round ticket. A beautiful coin, an intense numismatic pedigree, and a pair of related ephemera items - what more could a New Jersey copper collector wish for? Provenance: Ex Dr. Scott; William W. Hays; Dr. Thomas Hall; Virgil Brand Collection; F.C.C. Boyd estate; John J. Ford, Jr.; our (Stack's) sale of the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection, Part I, October 2003, lot 116; our (Stack's) New York Americana Sale of January 2010, lot 4388.” The coin realized $1800 in that auction to CVM, and I purchased the coin from Chris at a significantly higher price on 12/26/24. This is not a top-6 example according to the latest SHI census from 2024, but it certainly has PLUS color and CHOICE pedigree! PCGS EF40 with “Nar Shld Curv Plow Beam Brand-Boyd-Ford” listed on the label, certification #45424.40/50865900.

1787 NJ 1/2P 2nd U over S in Pluribus VG10BN PCGS #45425

1787 New Jersey 1/2p, M55-m, W5305, Second U Over S reverse error, R4. This coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS as VG10, and CAC-certified as CHOICE for the assigned grade. This is a completely original, smooth example with excellent color and eye appeal. The surfaces are smooth to the naked eye but show some minor roughness under magnification and in my large photos. The U/S feature is quite bold on the reverse, and the variety is correctly attributed by PCGS on their label. Purchased from John Agre in Atlanta on 02/18/24; to Furnace Run Collection on 07/05/24 my stock #11190; back to me on 06/12/23. This is another coin that I would like to upgrade, so if you have a better example, let's talk!

1787 NJ 1/2P 2nd U over S in Pluribus VG10BN PCGS #45425

1787 NJ 1/2P Hidden WM in Sprig XF45BN PCGS #522415

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. Purchased from the Stacks Bowers’ sale of the Celestial Collection, sold on 08/25/25 as lot #1316 and described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 62-q, W-5350. Rarity-3. Sprig Above Plow, Hidden WM. Large Planchet. EF-45 (PCGS). 148.9 grains. DS2. The first of the regular Large Planchet varieties, here with a prominent obverse die break at the front tip of the plow. Well centered with almost full denticulation framing both sides. Smooth, warm, olive and autumn-brown surfaces show minor softness in the centers, but the detail is considerably sharper toward the borders, and the overall design on both sides is fully appreciable. A nice piece. Provenance: From the Celestial Collection. Earlier ex Hall and Brand Collections, via New Netherlands, privately, 1951; our (Stack's) sale of the Bareford Collection of New Jersey Coppers, May 1984 Greater New York Numismatic Convention Sale, Part I, lot 195.” I purchased this coin for my PCGS Registry set for $3,120, which was just a 5-point upgrade from my EF40. PCGS certification# 522415.45/59828018 with “Hidden WM in Sprig” listed on the label.

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 25-b XF40BN PCGS #685127

1787 CT 1/2P ETLIR, Miller 33.17-gg.2 F12BN PCGS #685142

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.19-Z.2 XF40BN PCGS #685144

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.19-Z.2 AU50BN PCGS #685144

1785 CT 1/2P African Head, Miller 4.1-F.4 VF30BN PCGS #685159

1785 CT 1/2P Bust Right, Miller 4.3-A.2 XF45BN PCGS #685161

1785 CT 1/2P Bust Right, Miller 5-F.5 XF40BN PCGS #685165

Purchased from John Agre on 12/26/24, who listed the coin on his website as: “Miller 5-F.5, W-2325 variety, Mailed Bust Right type. Considered to be Rarity-4. A charming and distinctive issue, and this is a lovely, all original XF with just about ideal chocolate brown color. Ex Stack’s May 2005 sale of the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection, Part 9, lot #222; earlier F.C.C. Boyd. $1,650.” I purchased this coin for my Registry Set and it sure looks Choice for this type and this grade, with a nice bonus for the Ford pedigree. PCGS EF40 “Bust Right Miller 5-F.5 Ford”, certification #685165.40/49693057.

1785 CT 1/2P Bust Right, Miller 5-F.5 XF40BN PCGS #685165

1785 CT 1/2P Bust Right, Miller 6.2-F.1 VF35BN PCGS #685167

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.7-r.2 AU53BN PCGS #685173

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.8-Z.13 VF30BN PCGS #685175

1787 CT 1/2P INDE over FUDE, M 32.5-aa VG8BN PCGS #685198

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.1-Z.13 VF25BN PCGS #685202

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 28-m VF30BN PCGS #685374

1787 CT 1/2P DB Left, Miller 33.38-Z.23 F12BN PCGS #686344

1786 CT 1/2P MB Left, Miller 5.11-R VF20BN PCGS #686366

1787 CT 1/2P Arrows at Date, Miller 14-H F15BN PCGS #686370

1787 CT 1/2P MB Left, Miller 15-F AU58BN PCGS #686371

1787 CT 1/2P Snipe Nose, Miller 33.28-Z.11 VF25BN PCGS #686384

1787 CT 1/2P Mailed Bust Left, M 11.2-K XF45BN PCGS #686418

1786 CT 1/2P Scholar's Head, Miller 3-D.1 F15BN PCGS #686825

1786 CT 1/2P MB Left, Miller 4.1-G XF45BN PCGS #686827

From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Syd Martin collection, sold on 08/20/24 as lot #7035 and described as: “1786 Connecticut Copper. Miller 4.1-G, W-2525. Rarity-2. Mailed Bust Left. EF-45 (PCGS). 136.1 grains. Glossy deep brown with steel highlights. Minor natural flaws at the CONN of CONNEC and a couple of small ones hidden in the reverse design features, but otherwise a good quality planchet. Fairly well centered on a seemingly compact flan with most letters of the legend close to or against the rim. All the date digits are mostly visible, with losses only to their bases. A really pleasing coin overall. Provenance: From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex the William P. Fowler Collection; our sale of September 2011, lot 1007.” Despite selling for $2,300 in the Fowler sale in 2007, CVM was able to purchase this coin for the bargain price of $840 in the 2024 auction. I purchased the coin from CVM on 03/01/25 at a much higher price. Really an excellent example, quite attractive for the grade. PCGS certification# 686827.45/49128975, with “MB Left, Miller 4.1-G” listed on the special Sydney F. Martin Collection PCGS holder.

1788 CT 1/2P Small Head, Miller 1-I VG8BN PCGS #687246

1787 CT 1/2P AUCIORI, Miller 38-l.2 VF35BN PCGS #687279

1787 CT 1/2P AUCIORI, Miller 38-l.2 XF40BN PCGS #687279

1787 CT 1/2P AUCTOBI, Miller 39.2-ee XF40BN PCGS #687283

1787 CT 1/2P AUCTOPI, ETIIB, Miller 41-ii VF35BN PCGS #687371

1788 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 13-88CT AU55BN PCGS #687740

1788 Machin's Mills 1/2p, Vlack 13-88CT, Miller 101-D, W8080, Machin’s / Connecticut Copper Muling, R5, PCGS AU55. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 03/09/26 as lot #1464 and described as: “High Grade 1788 Vlack 13-88CT Muling. HRT Plate Coin. 1788 Machin's Mills Halfpenny / Connecticut Copper Muling. Vlack 13-88CT, Miller 101-D, W-8080. Rarity-5. AU-55 (PCGS). 111.3 grains. A particularly high grade example of this important muling, marrying Obverse 13 of the Machin's Mills series to Connecticut reverse D to create a variety of great interest to advanced enthusiasts in both specialties. The surfaces are glossy and smooth medium brown, ideal and unflawed but for a patch of natural planchet texture that wasn't obliterated at the central obverse. The centering is good on both sides, leaving full legends and date visible. No marks of consequence are seen, but the obverse shows a few unfortunate scratches, one pretty well hidden near the center, as well as three thinner hairline scratches, one in the cuirass and two others stretching from the throat of George to REX. The reverse is particularly choice for one of these, showing an as-struck planchet cutter gutter at left. We've sold three superb specimens of this variety in the last 15 years. The first was Ted Craige's coin, graded AU-58 (PCGS), which appears to deserve the finest known honors he first accorded it decades ago. That piece brought $16,450 in our sale of November 2012. The E Pluribus Unum coin (November 2020) and the Syd Martin primary coin (March 2023) were both graded AU-55 (PCGS), bringing $7,200 and $7,800, respectively. While fairly widely available in low grades, very few nice ones have survived. This piece was chosen to illustrate the variety in both editions of The History and Coinage of Machin's Mills by Howes, Rosen, and Trudgen. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” So this is one of the three top-graded coins at PCGS that are displayed on their website. All three of these pieces have minor issues, and the other two examples sold for much higher prices than the $5,040 that this lot realized. The PCGS photo is certainly the best representation of this coin, because those minor obverse hairlines are nearly invisible in hand and certainly over-exaggerated by the lighting in the Stacks obverse photo. Hotly pursued by both CT and MM collectors, including ME! Richard graded this coin as AU50, "finest known," and valued it at $10,000. PCGS certification# 687740.55/50929720 with “Machin’s, Vlack 13-88CT, Richard August Collection” on the label.

1788 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 13-88CT AU55BN PCGS #687740

1787 NJ 1/2P U over S, Maris 55-m VF35BN PCGS #763315

From the Heritage sale of the James E. Blake collection on 09/05/23, where this was lot #93122 and described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper, VF35. Second U Over S in PLURIBUS. Scarce Guide Book Variety, M. 55-m. 1787 New Jersey Copper, Second U Over S in PLURIBUS, M. 55-m, W-5305, R.4, VF35 PCGS. 141.6 grains. Choice VF sharpness despite some faint planchet streaks. A late die state, with a bold die crack from the top edge between B and U of PLURIBUS. The underlying S beneath the second U in PLURIBUS is clear. This is a listed New Jersey variety on page 69 of the 2024 Guide Book. PCGS Population: (2/1). From The James E. Blake Collection of United States Colonial Coins & Tokens.” Looking at the PCGS website, it appears that an AU58 example is the highest graded, followed by at least three VF35’s, including this example. The PCGS label includes "U over S, Maris 55-m" and "141.6 grs", coin# 763315.35/34176360. This coin realized $1,860 in that auction, and I am asking the full PCGS price guide value of $3,250 on my website and eBay – make sure you SIGN IN to see your discounted pricing!

1787 NJ 1/2P Deer Head, Maris 34-J N1BN PCGS #763331

1787 NJ 1/2P Deer Head, Maris 34-J VF35BN PCGS #763331

From the 08/16/23 Stacks sale of the E Pluribus Unum Collection Part 4, where this coin was lot #3059 and described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 34-J, W-5115. Rarity-3. Deer Head--Overstruck on a Connecticut Copper. VF-35 (PCGS). 146.9 grains. Another handsome overstruck late die state 34-J, with choice chocolate brown color and outstanding smooth surfaces. The obverse is ideally centered, and the reverse is broad and pleasing as well. Substantial Connecticut undertype is visible on the reverse, particularly CONNEC at the lower left of the shield. Aside from two short scratches on the lower portion of the horsehead, this is a pretty much perfect example of this popular variety. Die State 4. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection.” PCGS #763331.35/47842547, with "Deer Head, Maris 34-J" and "Struck Over Connecticut" both on the label.

1787 NJ 1/2P Deer Head, Maris 34-J VF35BN PCGS #763331

1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head, Maris 58-n VF35BN PCGS #763347

1787 M58-n New Jersey Copper, Camel Head, W5320, R5

1787 NJ 1/2P Ghost Nova, Maris 73-aa F15BN PCGS #763355

1787 NJ 1/2P Ghost Nova, Maris 73-aa VF20BN PCGS #763355

1787 NJ 1/2P Bulbous Nose, Maris 43-d AU55BN PCGS #763359

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. 1787 New Jersey copper 1/2p M43-d, W5225, Small Planchet Plain Shield, R1. This coin has been authenticated and grade by PCGS as AU55, and it is certainly CHOICE! Soft medium brown fields overflow with abundant mint luster on both sides. Almost no trace of wear, and no evidence of circulation marks. As an added bonus, the coin is cool mint error that has been struck at least three times. The multiple strikes are most obvious on the obverse, where you can see a double or triple slight offset on the entire design, plus you can make out an additional set of legends boldly visible above CAESAREA. This is a very common Maris variety as far as New Jersey's go, but the choice color and surfaces along with the bold mint error certainly make this a premium example. Purchased in NGC AU55 holder and now PCGS AU55 #763359.55/48717688 Maris 43-d Bulbous Nose.

1787 NJ 1/2P Bulbous Nose, Maris 43-d AU55BN PCGS #763359

1787 NJ 1/2P Sawtooth, Maris 59-o VF20BN PCGS #763363

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 18-M, Bridle, Wide Shield F12BN PCGS #766247

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 18-M, Bridle, Wide Shield XF45BN PCGS #766247

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. A glossy dark brown example with a semi-cameo appearance. Purchased from the Stacks November 2024 Baltimore auction as lot #1267, where it was described as: “1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 18-M, W-4890. Rarity-2. Bridle, Wide Shield. VF-30 (PCGS). Deep charcoal-copper fields contrast lighter golden-brown motifs to give a nice circulated cameo appearance. This is a nicely centered and boldly defined Choice VF, a tiny mark below the horse's eye hardly of consequence given how smooth the surfaces are in general. Provenance: From the Ross Family Collection. Earlier from our (Bowers and Merena) sale of The Norweb Collection, October 1987, lot 1326; McCawley & Grellman's sale of the Griffee Collection, October 1995, lot 33; our (Stack's) Americana sale, January 2001, lot 112.” The coin realized $1,440 in the Stacks auction although I was prepared to go higher. PCGS #766247.30/50449746 with “Bridle, Wide Shield, Maris 18-M” listed on the PCGS label. In my opinion, this coin is MASSIVELY under-graded: it is at least EF40 if not EF45. I formerly owned a PCGS EF45 and this example is both sharper and more attractive. Although the look of this coin is FANTASTIC, I would like to upgrade someday to a PCGS AU50 or better with some remaining mint luster. Yes, I know that may require a LOT of patience on my part! So until then, I am VERY happy with this one!

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 18-M, Bridle, Wide Shield XF45BN PCGS #766247

1788 NJ 1/2P Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd N1BN PCGS #766251

1788 NJ 1/2P Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd F12BN PCGS #766251

1788 NJ 1/2P Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd F15BN PCGS #766251

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. Prior pedigree from the Stacks sale of the Norman G. Peters collection on 11/30/21, where it was lot #2114 and described as: "1788 New Jersey 1/2p. Maris 77-dd (DS1), W-5535. Rarity-3. Head Right, Running Fox Before Legend--Double Struck--Fine-15 (PCGS). 149.38 grains. A boldly and evenly toned example dressed in medium olive-brown patina. A bit soft around the peripheries, especially at the lower obverse where the date is difficult to discern. The fox is quite crisp, however, and most other design elements are appreciable to bold. Scattered marks are noted, the most significant of which are on the obverse over and below the horse's snout. The double strike, which is not noted on the PCGS insert, is also clearest in that area, especially at the horse's head and ears. This would be a nice Running Fox at the assigned grade level even without the error, but with the readily evident double striking it becomes interesting and desirable on a different level. Provenance: From the Norman G. Peters Collection. Collector envelope with attribution notation included." CVM to SAY on 11/18/22; YOUR NAME HERE!

1788 NJ 1/2P Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd F15BN PCGS #766251

1788 NJ 1/2P Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd XF40BN PCGS #766251

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection on 11/10/25, where this coin was lot #1387 and described as: “1788 New Jersey Copper. Maris 77-dd (DS1), W-5535. Rarity-3. Head Right, Running Fox Before Legend. EF-40 (PCGS). 147.9 grains. Another superb example of this important Guide Book variety. Handsome and glossy chocolate brown, impressively smooth and rich with aesthetic appeal. The obverse is aligned leftward, with a raised rim outside of the denticles visible at right and a shallow planchet cutter gutter visible at left. The obverse is very well realized and essentially choice, with only a thin old hairline visible extending vertically below the mouth of the horse. The reverse is likewise aligned left, but remains complete, with a nicely struck fox and a fully detailed shield. A single little rim nick is noted above B of PLURIBUS, and some microscopic flecks of reddish surface encrustation are seen here and there over that side. The visual appeal remains excellent. The Running Foxes have always captured collector imagination, and the supply of attractive pieces has never been enough to meet the extensive demand. This is a variety that is on the want list of major type collectors, in addition to the specialists who can recite the Condition Census from memory. This piece would satisfy both groups immensely. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” CVM purchased this coin from the auction, and I traded for it on 12/12/25 for my personal collection. PCGS certification# 766251.40/51283567 with “Fox Before Legend, Maris 77-dd, State 1, Richard August Collection” listed on the label.

1786 NJ 1/2P Protruding Tongue, Maris 16-L AU50BN PCGS #766263

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. Prior from the Heritage sale of the Donald G. Partrick collection, sold as lot #15039 on 03/17/21, where it was described as: “1786 New Jersey Copper, AU50. Maris 16-L Protruding Tongue Variety. 1786 New Jersey Copper, Protruding Tongue, Maris 16-L, W-4840, R.2, AU50 NGC. A handsome example of the so-called "Protruding Tongue" variety, named after the die break visibly extending from the horse's mouth to the R of CAESAREA. The coin is well-struck, with good definition in the horse's mane and a carefully rendered eye. Central details are a little soft, as seen in the obverse scroll and the reverse shield. The coin's patina is a rich honey brown, though the obverse has darker streaks running diagonally across the central devices. While this piece does not exhibit the central die failures that mark the final die state, the distinctive rim cud between the RE of the obverse legend is boldly distinct. The Maris 16 horse head is charming, if a little unusual, with the hair on top resembling a person's hair more than a horse's mane, and brushed forward further to the right of the eye than is normally seen. Describing the obverse die in his 1881 classic A Historical Sketch of the Coins of New Jersey, Maris correctly noted that the scroll beneath the horse is "prolonged toward the left, as in no other instance." The L reverse was used in seven different die combinations and is a biennial die, being used with some 1787-dated obverses. The shield is placed too far to the left in the die, making it overly to the right on the coin--the visual effect of which is emphasized on this example by its being struck somewhat off-center toward 3 o'clock. The reverse remains in an early die state, without the die break extending from the E to the rim. On the whole, the 16-L is struck from well-produced dies, and this is a solid example of the popular Guide Book variety. Listed on page 73 of the 2021 Guide Book. Ex: Stack's (3/1997); Donald G. Partrick.” The coin was purchased from the Partrick sale by CVM on 03/17/21 for $1,680, and I purchased the coin from CVM on 10/27/23 at the Nashville coin show for a considerably higher price. This is the nicest example that I have seen in person, and it has lustrous semi-reflective surfaces with little trace of wear. The horse’s hair is particularly well-defined, and the coin is well-struck, well-centered, and virtually mark-free. That combined with perfect peanut butter tan brown color definitely makes this a PLUS coin. The only detraction are those carbon streaks on the obverse, and frankly, they appear to be ON the surface and not IN the surface, and I suspect they could be easily removed by a conservation service. Regardless, this is a premium example and certainly one that I do not expect to be able to upgrade. Sold as NGC AU50 #5746974-004 in the Partrick collection; now PCGS AU50 #766263.50/48717687 Protruding Tongue Maris 16-L. Currently listed as CC7 in the Siboni /

1786 NJ 1/2P Protruding Tongue, Maris 16-L AU50BN PCGS #766263

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 20-N, Drunken Diecutter XF40BN PCGS #766264

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. 1786 New Jersey copper 1/2p, M20-N, W4905, Wide Shield / Drunken Diecutter, R4. This coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS as EF40, and it's a gorgeous, glossy tan brown example with outstanding color, surfaces, and eye appeal. The details just reach the EF40 level at PCGS, although I wish the outer border of the reverse shield was more distinct. Very difficult to find any marks or something to complain about with this coin, just a fantastic example that is at least Plus if not fully Choice. The nicest M20-N that I have handled, and I don't expect to be able to upgrade this example, so it's likely to remain in my collection indefinitely! Purchased from CVM at Whitman's Baltimore Winter Expo on 11/15/24. PCGS #766264.40/50433074, "Maris 20-N, Drunken Diecutter."

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 20-N, Drunken Diecutter XF40BN PCGS #766264

1787 NJ 1/2P Goiter Variety, Maris 37-f VG10BN PCGS #766266

1788 NJ 1/2P Head Left, Maris 50-f VF25BN PCGS #766268

From the 08/16/23 Stacks sale of the E Pluribus Unum Collection Part 4, where this coin was lot #3086 and described as: “1788 New Jersey Copper. Maris 50-f, W-5475. Rarity-3. Head Left. VF-25 (PCGS). 153.5 grains. Another lovely Maris 50-f fit for an advanced collection. Nice chocolate brown with good gloss and eye appeal. The reverse is a bit granular, but the eye appeal remains superb. The left obverse rim is a bit flat and shows some abrasions, as do some areas of the reverse rim as well. Aside from some scattered old pinscratches, toned over and trivial, this piece has no significant problems. Early Die State 2, with the bulge on the obverse just beginning and only a very tiny crack between EA of CAESAREA. This die state is unusually early. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection.” PCGS #766268.25/47842321 with “Head Left, Maris 50-f” listed on the PCGS label. This coin realized $2,640 in that auction to CVM, and I purchased this beauty from Chris at a much higher price!

1788 NJ 1/2P Head Left, Maris 50-f VF25BN PCGS #766268

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. Purchased from the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 11/10/25 as lot #1346 and described as: “Nice VF Head Left New Jersey. Maris 50-f. 1788 New Jersey Copper. Maris 50-f, W-5475. Rarity-3. Head Left. VF-25 (PCGS). 144.7 grains. A really nice example of this popular variety and classic major type coin. Smooth and glossy dark chocolate brown, even and ideal, across the obverse, while the reverse shows identical color and just a bit more variability in texture. The horsehead stands out in bold relief, assisted by the presence of only minor swelling in the right obverse field, equivalent to SHI Die State 1; in later states, this swelling begins to swallow central detail. A horizontal fissure runs along the plow, hiding it and reducing its visual impact. The centering is good, with denticles framing the right side and top of the obverse. The reverse shows bold denticles at right and base. The shield retains pretty decent internal detail. A little fissure crosses the bottom of the shield to E at left, some foldover lamination texture from the planchet cutter near 9 o'clock on the rim, hints of trivial granularity here and there. A bright light reveals a bit of iridescence on the reverse, perhaps suggesting the presence of a thin coat of ancient lacquer, but this piece's appearance remains pretty choice and entirely natural. This is a very nice Head Left. The SHI Census has been truncated a bit between 2013 and 2024. Formerly listed as sixth finest known, one of six coins listed as VF that were ranked between #4 and #9 on the list, the 2024 update includes just six coins and is composed of a single gem Mint State piece followed by five pieces in the EF+ to EF- range. Some of this change is from new coins entering the market, including the Newman and Dittmer coins, in addition to the realization that many collectors outside of the confines of New Jersey copper specialization have sought out and owned nice examples of this variety as major type coins. As the least rare of the three Head Left varieties, the Maris 50-f has always seen significant demand from type coin collectors, particularly in choice condition or high grade. This piece, with its lovely color, nice surfaces, and far finer than usual sharpness, would be a good target for a collector with similar goals. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” I purchased the coin from this auction for $3,120, and this coin is a very attractive glossy dark chocolate brown with bold details. An extremely nice example of a major Redbook variety, and as mentioned in the Stacks description, this coin was formerly CC6 until the 2024 SHI census update. PCGS certification# 766268.25/51283528 with “Head Left, Maris 50-f, Richard August Collection” listed on the PCGS label.

1787 NJ 1/2P Serpent Head, Maris 54-k F12BN PCGS #766278

1787 NJ 1/2P Serpent Head, Maris 54-k VF20BN PCGS #766278

1787 NJ 1/2P Serpent Head, Maris 54-k AU53BN PCGS #766278

From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 11/10/25 as lot #1350 and described as: “Nice AU Serpent Head. 1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 54-k, W-5295. Rarity-3. No Sprig Above Plow, Serpent Head. AU-53 (PCGS). 103.0 grains. A superb example of this famous variety. Smooth and glossy medium brown with exceptional surface quality. The centering is nearly ideal on both sides. Denticles surround the obverse from 10 o'clock to past 6 o'clock and are seen on the upper right and lower left reverse. The centers are strong, and the very distinctive Serpent Head device is splendidly detailed. The strike at NOVA is soft, as often seen, leaving some visible planchet texture in that area. No other serious flaws are noted, just some trivial marks and a planchet cutter gutter around much of the reverse. In the right light, careful scrutiny may find some very subtle hairlines, but they are not significant. The die state is typical, equivalent to SHI Die State 3, with arc cracks between A of NOVA and C of CAESAREA and past the plow tip to the date. The surface quality and color of this piece really sets it apart, giving it nearly unparalleled visual appeal. It did not make the cut for the SHI Census, which includes five coins graded AU+ and two more AU coins, one of which is the splendid double strike from our November 2019 E Pluribus Unum sale. That coin, graded AU-55 (PCGS), and the other E Pluribus Unum specimen from the same sale that was graded AU-55+ (PCGS), are the only Serpent Head New Jerseys we've ever offered with a higher certified grade than this one. Those two coins sold for $6,600 and $7,800, respectively, six years ago. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” I purchased the coin from this auction for $3,600, and this coin has very nice color and surface quality, although the surfaces show a little bit of roughness at the top left corner of the obverse. An extremely nice example of a major Redbook variety. As of today, it looks like the condition census at PCGS is 1-AU55+; 1-AU55; and 3-AU53’s, including this coin which is the third coin photographed on the PCGS website. PCGS certification# 766278.53/51283532 with “Serpent Head, Maris 54-k, Richard August Collection” listed on the PCGS label.

1788 NJ 1/2P Head Left, Maris 49-f AG3BN PCGS #766319

1788 NJ 1/2P Head Left, Maris 49-f G4BN PCGS #766319

1787 NJ 1/2P PLURIRUS, Maris 55-l F12BN PCGS #767836

1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head, Maris 56-n N1BN PCGS #767837

1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head, Maris 56-n VF20BN PCGS #767837

1787 NJ 1/2P Hidden WM in Sprig Maris 62-q XF40BN PCGS #767840

From the 08/16/23 Stacks sale of the E Pluribus Unum Collection Part 4, where this coin was lot #3100 and described as: “1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 62-q, W-5350. Rarity-3. Large Planchet, Hidden WM. EF-40 (PCGS). 140.8 grains. An exceptionally wholesome example of this variety or type, perfect for a quality conscious collection. Ideal even light brown with hard, smooth surfaces. A bit of harmless verdigris clings to some design elements, but both sides are free of any kind of mark or defect otherwise. Die State 2 on the obverse, Die State 1 on the reverse, with no central loss of detail. This is a really exquisite example for the grade. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection.” PCGS #767840.40/47842335 with “Hidden WM In Sprig, Maris 62-q” listed on the label. CHOICE!

1787 NJ 1/2P Hidden WM in Sprig Maris 62-q XF40BN PCGS #767840

1787 NJ 1/2P Bottom Stars Distant Maris 63-s N1BN PCGS #767844

1787 NJ 1/2P Bottom Stars Distant Maris 63-s XF40BN PCGS #767844

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. 1787 New Jersey copper 1/2p, M63-s, W5375, Large Planchet Plain Shield, R2. Authenticated and graded by PCGS as VF35 and certainly under-graded to my eyes. I had the wonderful opportunity at the Whitman Baltimore Winter Expo on 11/15/24 to compare no less than FOUR excellent example of Maris 63-s in CVM's inventory, and this is the coin that I chose. Some of the others were in higher-graded holders, but to me this was the sharpest example and the dark glossy chocolate brown surfaces ultimately made this coin the clear winter. Tons of definition on both sides, even within the horse's face and mane, with excellent centering, an even strike, and glossy surfaces that are very clean for the grade. I do consider this coin fully EF40, but regardless this example will be hard for me to improve upon. Ex-CVM 11/15/24; PCGS #767844.35/47842338 "Bottom Stars Distant, Maris 63-s."

1787 NJ 1/2P Bottom Stars Distant Maris 63-s XF40BN PCGS #767844

1788 NJ 1/2P Brushed Mane, Maris 67-v VF35BN PCGS #767851

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set.

1788 NJ 1/2P Brushed Mane, Maris 67-v VF35BN PCGS #767851

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set.

1788 NJ 1/2P Brushed Mane, Maris 67-v VF35BN PCGS #767851

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set.

1788 NJ 1/2P Brushed Mane, Maris 67-v XF40BN PCGS #767851

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. 1788 New Jersey 1/2p, M67-v, W5510, Head Right, R1. Authenticated and graded by PCGS as EF40, and this example is CHOICE! Original medium chocolate brown color with smooth unmarked surfaces. I think the photos speak for themselves on this coin! I would love to find this coin in AU50+, but until then, this Choice EF40 is fantastic! PCGS certification#767851.40/59849444 with "Brushed Mane, Maris 67-v" on the label. Purchased from CVM on 04/21/25.

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 12-G, Shaggy Mane VG10BN PCGS #767871

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 12-G, Shaggy Mane F15BN PCGS #767871

From the Norman G. Peters collection, sold by Stacks on 11/22/21, where this coin was lot #2072 and described as: "1786 New Jersey 1/2p. Maris 12-G, W-4790. Rarity-4. Date Under Plow, No Coulter, Shaggy Mane. Fine-15 (PCGS). 136.58 grains. Handsome golden-brown patina blankets satiny, generally smooth-looking surfaces. Certainly a superior example for the assigned grade, planchet voids are small in size and singularly inconspicuous, while the only readily evident marks are minor and confined to the area around the horse's snout. Hard and tight, as well, with bold Fine detail apart from isolated softness in the center of the obverse as well as at the upper right obverse and upper left reverse borders. The swelling to the shield is typical of Reverse G, while the bedraggled mane on the horse's head is readily evident and explains this variety's popular nickname. An attractive and highly collectible example of the die pairing or major type. Provenance: From the Norman G. Peters Collection." CVM to Shawn A. Yancey on 09/03/22.

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 12-G, Shaggy Mane F15BN PCGS #767871

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 12-I, Shaggy Mane VF30BN PCGS #767872

From the Earlycoppercoins PCGS Registry Set. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the E Pluribus Unum Collection, sold on 11/15/29 as lot #6017, and described as: “1786 New Jersey copper. Maris 12-I. Rarity-5. No Coulter. VF-30 (PCGS). 152.7 grains. The last of the No Coulters, this marriage represents the only use of reverse I, whose long pointed shield is almost always seen with little to no central definition. This example is no different, even though it’s finer than most, with glossy medium brown surfaces and good eye appeal. The base of the horsehead is soft, as seen in the later stages of the previous die marriage, Maris 12-G. The date is mostly present, but soft at the bases of the numerals, as always seen on this variety. The central shield shows vertically oriented laminations that outlived striking pressure that was insufficient to efface them; another light lamination is seen above E of E PLURIBUS UNUM. Some light hairlines are present on the shield, noted with scrutiny along with some faint old scratches under PLU. Overall this is a far finer example from this elusive marriage than usually encountered. From the E Pluribus Unum Collection. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection of New Jersey Coppers.” Looking at the new SHI NJ condition census released in 2024, this example is CC#7 for the variety and is shown on the bottom of page 45. This example sold for $5,520 in the 2019 EPU auction, and I purchased this coin from RUATWINCOIN on 01/06/25. PCGS certification# 767872.30/37290848 with “No Coulter, Maris 12-I” listed on the PCGS label.

1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 12-I, Shaggy Mane VF30BN PCGS #767872

1787 VT 1/2P Bust Right, RR-12 VG8BN PCGS #800829

1786 NJ 1/2P Curved Plow Beam, Maris 24-P VF30BN PCGS #801855

1786 New Jersey 1/2p M24-P W2965 Narrow Shield Curved Plow Beam PCGS VF30 CHOICE! Glossy peanut butter tan brown, absolutely exceptional in every way! I think the photos speak for themselves? Actually, I will speak for the photos! If it were even possible, this coin is even BETTER in person: the color is more tan than orange, the surfaces are glossier, and the details are stronger. Truly a connoisseur's coin! Purchased from CVM as ANACS VF30 and crossed over into a new PCGS edgeview holder, certification# 801855.30/59849443 with "Curved Plow Beam, Maris 24-P" on the label.

'1747' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 1-47A VF35BN PCGS #826933

1747 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 1-47A, W7660, GEORGIVS II Group II, R5. From the Stacks Bower’s auction on 03/26/24, where this coin was lot# 3108 and described as: “1747 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 1-47A, W-7660. Rarity-5. GEORGIVS II, Group II. VF-35 (PCGS). 116.8 grains. Toned in a rich blend of deep mahogany and copper-brown with considerable sharpness in an example of this challenging issue. Some planchet roughness remains, mostly through the central obverse, a mark off the chin is noted. Struck slightly off center toward 7 o'clock, yet with virtually complete legends on both sides. The only known emission of counterfeit halfpenny from "Machin's Mills" imitating a coin of George II, though stylistically similar to the other Group II coins of George III that are associated with James Bailey and Ephraim Brasher in New York City. Aesthetically pleasing examples such as this are difficult to come by and always in demand. Provenance: From Heritage's PNG Dallas Invitational Signature Auction, February-March 2015, lot 3327.” Interestingly, this coin sold for $1880 back in that Heritage auction from 2015 yet brought just $1,440 in this 2024 Stacks auction. CVM purchased the coin from the auction and I purchased it for a much higher price at EAC 2025 Pittsburgh on 05/17/25. PCGS certification# 826933.35/48178370, with “Machin’s, Vlack 1-47A” on the label.

'1747' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 1-47A VF35BN PCGS #826933

'1772' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 5-72A VF30BN PCGS #826940

1772 Machin’s Mills 1/2p, Vlack 5-72A, W7710, GEORGIVS III, Group I, R6. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Syd Martin Collection on 09/19/23, where this example was lot# 91347 and described as: “Choice 1772 Vlack 5-72A. 1772 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 5-72A, W-7710. Rarity-6. GEORGIVS III, Group I. VF-30 (PCGS). 122.5 grains. A significant example of the variety, quite comparable in grade and quality to the primary Syd Martin example, also PCGS VF-30, that brought $3,120 earlier this year. That piece was described as Condition Census and this example would also have to be considered for that status. Predominantly light olive-brown with some undertones of deeper brown and a bit of maroon patina on the reverse. Smooth and glossy with no detracting marks and just a bit of harmless dirt on the surface. Firmly struck and nicely centered. A great specimen for a high quality cabinet. Provenance: From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Christopher B. Young, November 2009.” The coin sold for $2160 in that auction to CVM, and I purchased the coin from Chris at EAC 2025 Pittsburgh on 05/17/25. PCGS certification# 826940.30/46515764, with “Machin’s, Vlack 5-72A” on a special Sydney F. Martin Collection PCGS label.

'1772' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 5-72A VF30BN PCGS #826940

'1774' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 5-74A VF30BN PCGS #826948

1774 Machin's Mills 1/2p, Vlack 5-74A, W7760, GEORGIVS III, Group 1, R3, PCGS VF30. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 03/09/26 as lot #1425 and described as: “1774 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 5-74A, W-7760. Rarity-3. GEORGIVS III, Group I. VF-30 (PCGS). 119.7 grains. Another very nice example of this die marriage, with lovely ruddy tan fields and contrasting steel brown devices. Fairly smooth if not particularly glossy, with many tiny marks scattered over both sides. No marks are individually serious, though we note a bit of verdigris below Britannia's shield and a single hairline from IVS to George's hair. Some encrustation is seen within design elements, lending this piece a nice natural appearance. Usual late die state, the former 8-74A. This is a well-balanced, sharp, and attractive piece, finer than the vast majority of examples that have appeared on the market in the last 20 years. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection. Earlier from Mike Ringo.” Every now and then I win a lot for WAY less than my bid, and this is an example. I was prepared to pay $1,700 hammer = $2,040 but somehow I won this gorgeous example for just $780! As you can tell from the description, this is certainly a PLUS coin with excellent color, surfaces, and eye appeal. Richard apparently would agree with me as his estimate on his envelope is $2,500. Current PCGS Price Guide Value is $2,500 at the time of this writing. PCGS certification# 826948.30/50929659 with “Machin’s, Vlack 5-74A, Richard August Collection” on the label.

'1774' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 5-74A VF30BN PCGS #826948

''1776'' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 6-76A XF45BN PCGS #826951

1776 Machin's Mills 1/2p, Vlack 6-76A, W7790, GEORGIVS III, Group I, Large Date R4, PCGS EF45. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Richard August collection, sold on 03/09/26 as lot #1432 and described as: “Choice and Attractive 1776 Atlee Halfpenny. The Magic Date. 1776 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 6-76A, W-7790. Rarity-4. GEORGIVS III, Group I, Large Date. EF-45 (PCGS). 126.2 grains. Glossy medium brown with hard, smooth surfaces and ideal aesthetic appeal. Some mahogany brown toning around the obverse periphery indicates where mint color was last to fade, and a bit of frost persists in the unstruck area outside the die edge beyond the lower obverse denticles. A gorgeous, problem free, and choice example of this always popular issue. The portrait shows good profile details, and though the usual central softness is present here, the region of visible planchet texture is confined to a small area below the central reverse. A glass will find a few trivial hairlines, but no significant marks. While not as sharp as the previous specimen, this is one of the nicest examples of Vlack 6-76A your cataloger can recall, a prize bound for a well-formed collection. Provenance: From the Richard August Collection.” There were three of four of Richard’s Machin’s Mills in this sale that I REALLY wanted, coins I highlighted ahead of time as prime targets, and this one was near the top! Absolutely CHOICE for the assigned grade with hard, smooth surfaces that you just don’t find on this series. As of the purchase date, there were only three higher-graded coins at PCGS, with the highest being AU55. In my mind, this is my permanent collection coin because I don’t see how I could ever upgrade this exceptional example! Richard’s envelope says “high condition census” with his value of $7,500. PCGS certification# 826951.45/50929669 with “Machin’s, Vlack 6-76A, Richard August Collection” on the label.

''1776'' 1/2P Machin's, Vlack 6-76A XF45BN PCGS #826951

1787 Fugio 1C Newman 12-Z, Raised Rims VF25BN PCGS #878500

1787 N12-Z Fugio Cent, Raised Reverse Rims, W6830, R5-. From the Stacks Bowers sale of the Syd Martin collection, sold on 08/19/23 as lot #8466 and described as: “1787 Fugio Cent. Pointed Rays. Newman 12-Z, W-6830. Rarity-5-. STATES UNITED, Label With Raised Rims, Large Letters in WE ARE ONE. VF-25 (PCGS). 134.4 grains. The Newman 12-Z is one of seven combinations of the workhorse 12 obverse, clearly a well-made die that outlasted and outproduced its peers, given that all the known die combinations range from Rarity-2 to a high of only Rarity-6-. It also shares the Z reverse of the 1-Z Production Pattern, a die that is essentially identical to all its STATES UNITED brethren but for the unique sunken letters WE ARE ONE in a raised label and was clearly put into useful production. The manufacture of a die was not a trivial effort in the late 1780s, and every last die would have seen use. This coin is tied for seventh place with four others at the VF-20 level on the Retz census, though we can see why the ideal chocolate brown, mostly smooth surfaces influenced PCGS to grade this coin five points higher. Surfaces are choice, with a minor peripheral planchet flake noted at 3 o'clock on the obverse, and a patch of darker brown is at the rings at upper left reverse. A slightly inferior piece graded VF-20 brought $3,600 in our June 2022 Baltimore Auction. Provenance: From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Donald Scarinci Collection, November 2010.” The coin sold for just $1,800 in that 2023 auction, and I purchased the coin for my own collection from CVM at EAC 2026 Charlotte on 05/02/26. Certainly a PLUS coin, and way nicer than the Stacks photos suggest. Hopefully my photos will do a better job of capturing how exceptionally nice this mid-grade example really is. PCGS certification# 878500.25/46763860 with “Newman 12-Z, Raised Rims” on the special Sydney F. Martin Collection PCGS label.

1787 Fugio 1C Newman 2-C, United States Club Rays, FUCIO G4BN PCGS #878521

From the Stacks Bowers’ sale of the John D. Miner Collection, sold on 08/25/25 as lot #1427, and described as: “1787 Fugio Cent. Club Rays. Newman 2-C, W-6630. Rarity-6-. Concave Ends, FUCIO, UNITED STATES. Good-4 (PCGS). 144.6 grains. A very rare major Guide Book variety of Fugio cent with the Concave Ends Club Rays and FUCIO misspelling in the obverse legend. This will be an in-demand example that offers relative affordability for the variety. Originally toned surfaces exhibit warm rose and autumn-brown patina overall, deeper steel-olive engaging some of the design elements and nestled within the shallow flan flaws that drift across both sides. The obverse is trivially off center to 9 o'clock with the border engaging the tops of the letters, reverse better centered. Wear is extensive, as befits the assigned grade, but while we note areas that are more or less devoid of detail, most major design elements are at least partially discernible, and the all-important C in FUCIO is clear even to the unaided eye. Provenance: From the John D. Miner Collection.” The coin sold for $4,560 in that auction, which I consider a BARGAIN for an R6- variety that is a major Redbook type. So if you want to buy a FUCIO, that feature needs to be clear, and that is certainly the case on this example. PCGS certification# 878521.4/56923074 with “Newman 2-C, FUCIO” listed on the Gold Shield label.

1787 Fugio 1C Newman 2-C, United States Club Rays, FUCIO G4BN PCGS #878521