1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 6-W, W-6730. Rarity-4. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils. EF Details--Cleaned (PCGS).

Despite a few tiny traces of orange from a light, old cleaning that explain the strict PCGS qualifier, this remains a choice and appealing example of the type and die variety. Nicely struck on a high quality planchet that shows no flaws or roughness and possesses an overall smooth, hard texture and pleasing chocolate-brown color. The entirety of the date, legends, and motifs are present and bold, and a good majority of the border dentils are seen around each side as well. Fairly early die state showing the always present reverse die crack but only a light crack starting from the lower obverse rim. Overall notable quality for this die variety and an excellent type coin as well.

PCGS# 878077.

From the Pierre Fricke Collection. Purchased from Anthony Terranova in 2008.