1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 13-X, W-6855. Rarity-2. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils. AU-55 (PCGS).159.6 grains. Two shallow planchet clips grace the left obverse border of this handsome Choice AU example. The one at 10 oclock remains far away from any motifs, while the clip at 7 oclock just barely trims the lower left serif of the M in MIND. The strike is perfectly centered on each side and the focal elements remain pleasantly bold for the variety. A natural planchet striation extends diagonally from the reverse border at 9 oclock though this does not distract from the overall aesthetic. An attractive piece painted in a blend of chocolate brown and pewter shades, with the faintest suggestions of pink mint luster surrounding the devices on each side.From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
