1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 12-KK, W-6835. Rarity-6. UNITED STATES, 4 Cinquefoils. EF-45 (PCGS).An absolutely lovely Fugio that would be extraordinary even as a common variety, much less the significant rarity that it is. Features bold, nicely centered detail and just light wear on the highpoints. The planchet is totally flawless, the color an even light brown, and the surfaces have just the right amount of natural gloss. There are supposedly a few slightly sharper pieces known, but it would be hard to imagine a better looking example of the variety, of which there are only a couple dozen or so in total.Ex Arthur Conn and Harold Whiteneck’s 1960 ANA Auction, lot 811 ; Ted L. Craige, Stack’s Bowers January 2013, lot 11597.
