| Description |
1787 1C Fugio "Cent" (c. 1860), AMERICAN CONGRESS, White Metal, Reverse Die Impression MS64 NGC. Newman-GG. 126.8 grains. The white metal reverse impression from the same source as the Newman-102 obverse impression. This piece is plated in the 2008 Newman reference where it is described as aluminum. However, the weight seems too high for that composition. Bright pewter-gray surfaces and essentially as made. Ex: Virgil Brand; Brand Estate; Richard Picker; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Realized $6462.50. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
