1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman Obverse 9. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils--Flipover Double Struck Reverse--Good-6.143.22 grains. A dramatic striking error showing delightful glossy surfaces and rich chocolate brown coloration with darker patina in the protected regions. The reverse is dramatically double struck, though the second impression is of the obverse die about 30% off-center to the left and inverted 135 degrees relative to coin turn. The rings from the underlying first impression are mostly clear, being obstructed by the obverse stamp near 6 and 11 oclock. The obverse motto MIND YOUR and the base of the sundial is partially visible at the left border, while FUGIO is clearly read at the lower rim next to a duplicate set of denticles. Even wear and pressure from the second impression have removed much of the detail from the initial strike of the reverse rings, and determining which die is featured will require careful study. The obverse side is largely smooth, with the left half presumably compressed against a blank planchet during the delivery of the second strike on the reverse. A natural planchet void is visible near the top in the suns rays though this is harmless to the overall aesthetic. A rare and desirable blunder.From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
