Massachusetts Coinage ** 2010 ANA EXHIBIT **
Copper Cent

Owner Comments:

Since so few colonial copper coins retain any of their mint red color, the description of this coin must begin there. The protected areas surrounding the devices and legends display a rich red color, original and undiminished since this coin was made 222 years ago. Its color and vibrancy are unmatched on any other example of the type. Often planchet abrasion and wear efface the word CENT emblazoned on the shield atop the eagle’s breast. That word is so clear on this coin, as is every other design detail, that it’s clear why this coin was held aside from commerce and preserved as a memento of this coinage.