1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 17-S, W-6935. Rarity-3. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils--Edge Engrailed After Striking--VF-20, Scratched.129.48 grains. A handsomely toned specimen showing a marbling of golden brown and dark chestnut patina. The edge has been precariously engrailed with a diagonal threaded pattern, though this was certainly installed after striking. Nicely centered and uniformly bold, showing just a touch of softness at the upper and lower border that is typical of these dies. Several old pinscratches travel up the center of the sundial on the obverse, though they have long worn into the overall aesthetic. We last handled this piece over 40 years ago in our (Bowers and Ruddy Galleries) sale of June 1976. Surely an irresistible curiosity for Fugio specialists.From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68.
