1787 Fugio Copper. Pointed Rays. Newman 8-X, W-6750. Rarity-3. STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils. AU Details--Cleaned (PCGS).

An instantly recognizable variety due to the heavy obverse die crack that bisects that side. Despite the swelling caused by that die crack, the bold strike of this example allows for all of the letters in MIND YOUR BUSINESS to still be visible. Nicely centered and well detailed throughout with only minor weakness at the left sun rays and opposing reverse rings. Pleasing surfaces with no notable marks or flaws. There are some mottled undertones of orange and silvery-gray that suggest cleaning, but the predominant color is a decent medium brown and overall appearance quite respectable.

PCGS# 856585.

From the Pierre Fricke Collection. Purchased from Anthony Terranova in 2009.