1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 13-X, W-6855. Rarity-2. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils. AU-55 (PCGS).150.50 grains. Dark walnut color dominates the complexion of this Choice AU example, with patches of deeper olive patina noted on the reverse. Clouds of satiny mint luster surround the design elements and contribute to truly delightful eye appeal. The dies show nearly perfect centering, with BUSINESS just slightly close to the rim and the denticles trimmed at 2 oclock on the reverse. Clashing is visible behind FUGIO and the date, as is the diagnostic crack from the reverse rim at 6 oclock. 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. This piece is sharply defined and ideal for type purposes.From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
