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1787 NJ 1/2P 1787/1887 Half Penny

Strike Type
1787 NJ 1/2P 1787/1887 Half Penny

Coin Details

Year
1787
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Post-1776 States Coinage (1776-1788)
Designer
Various engravers (attributed to Walter Mould, Thomas Goadsby, and Albion Cox mint)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.7g
Diameter
29mm
Edge
Plain

Description

A fascinating New Jersey copper variety showing an apparent 1787 over 1887 date. While a true overdate from 100 years in the future is impossible, the appearance is caused by die deterioration or recutting that creates the illusion of an "8" over the "7" in what read "1887." This is among the most curious varieties in the series.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. The apparent "overdate" makes this a curiosity piece.

Cross References

Maris 36-I; Whitman 4830

External References

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