1787 Fugio 1C 4 Cinq, Raised Rims, BN MS(PCGS#895)

The June 2013 Baltimore Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

291

Grade

VG8

Price

529

Lot Description

1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 19-Z, W-6975. Rarity-5. STATES UNITED, Label With Raised Rims, Large Letters in WE ARE ONE. VG-8... 155.3 grains. An even golden-tan example of a scarce variety. The surfaces are evenly worn but remarkably free of distractions despite the lengthy stay in commerce. Choice for the grade. Stray Fugio coppers remained in circulation through the late 1850s, by that time well worn.