Lot 414
1787 Fugio Cent Newman 8-X R3 PCGS graded MS63 Brown, CAC Approved. A STATES UNITED variety. Choice lustrous medium steel brown with a couple subtle puffs of slightly darker steel brown toning on both sides. Hints of underlying faded mint color remain visible on the obverse and this piece has superior eye appeal. No planchet flaws or other defects that are so often seen on these old coppers; essentially flawless. Later die state with a massive die crack at the bottom of the obverse that has created a shelf in the die face. Almost certainly an example from the famous Bank of New York Hoard of 1641 mint state Fugio Cents, and 189 of those were of this die variety. High grade Fugio Cents from that hoard frequently are available in the marketplace, but this is an especially nice one. A great type coin. Listed on page 89 in the "Redbook." Estimate Value $4,000 - UP
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