1787 Machin's Mills 1/2p Vlack 17-87B W7910 R2 GEORGIVS III Group 2 PCGS VF35 LDS

1787 Machin's Mills 1/2p Vlack 17-87B W7910 R2 GEORGIVS III Group 2 PCGS VF35 LDS.  I purchased this cion from CVM on 05/17/25, and his short description was: "PCGS authenticated and graded VF 35. Deep steely olive patina with hints of lighter brown in some protected areas. Free of notable marks, glossy surfaces. V-LDS, There are fine die breaks around the obverse peripheries, and area so swelling around the reverse peripheries."  So the more I look at this coin, the more convinced I am that this coin is at least EF45, if not AU, and that the late die state confused PCGS on their grading.  Regardless, this is a rich, dark glossy brown example with excellent surfaces and eye appeal, plus an incredibly bold date.  PCGS certification# 469.35/4879846.