1776 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 6-76A, W-7790. Rarity-4. GEORGIVS

1776 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 6-76A, W-7790. Rarity-4. GEORGIVS III, Group I, Large Date. VF-35 (PCGS). Believed to have been struck in 1785 at Samuel Atlee's brewery mint in New York City, as opposed to at Machin's Mills, this variety is one of only two contemporary counterfeit British halfpence of American origin that displays the magical 1776 date. The Vlack 6-76A typically comes with poor central definition, due to the obverse device punch being pressed too deeply into the die, a situation compounded by the moderate to heavy wear seen on most examples. The present example shows the usual central softness, most notably on the effigy's head and within the lower half of the seated figure, as well as typically moderate wear. It does, however, offer good centering to both sides with all major design elements boldly outlined and fully appreciable. A bit rough in the fields, which are generally dark charcoal-copper, devices warmer walnut brown, surfaces free of detracting marks. This is a nice mid-grade example of this Vlack number that will make a pleasing addition to an advanced collection. Provenance: From the Emerald Coast Collection. PCGS# 460. NGC ID: 2B44. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

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