1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 13-X, W-6855. Rarity-2. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils. MS-63 BN (PCGS).This is a simply outstanding example that would do equally well in a high quality type or variety set. Glossy antique copper surfaces are satiny in texture and overall smooth. Minor planchet roughness is largely confined to isolated peripheral areas, and it is easily overlooked with the possible exception of a more prominent flan flaw at 12 oclock on the obverse. Boldly to sharply defined in most areas, this gorgeous coin is sure to see spirited bidding at auction. With 726 examples remaining in the Bank of New York Hoard as of 1948, Newman 13-X is one of the most readily obtainable die marriages of the Fugio copper. Mint State survivors such as this are plentiful by the standards of the type, yet scarce in an absolute sense and always in demand.
