Lot 52
1788 Massachusetts Cent. Period after "Massachusetts". MS-60. Toned a dark chocolate brown in color and well struck throughout. We note the shield lines, CENT and even the Native American's tunic shows fine definition seldom seen on these. The surfaces have a coat of wax which has long been used to preserve early copper. As this has the "open S's", this must be from Wetherle's Mint, with dies by Callender. Nice surfaces that boast hints of brown luster, and one of the nicer Massachusetts pieces we've seen.
Estimated Value $2,000-UP.
Ex: Ira S. Reed 7/21/44 at $2.50.
|
| |
| Realized $1,783 |
