New World Spanish and post-independence American coins
1787 Fugio

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: United States San Francisco 1787
Design Description: FUGIO
Item Description: Copper 1C 1787 4 CINQ P.R. FUGIO 'UNITED STATES' Sedwick Auction #20
Full Grade: PCGS AU 50 BN
Owner: SkeletonKrewe

Set Details

Custom Sets: New World Spanish and post-independence American coins
Competitive Sets: This coin is not competing in any sets.
Research: NGC Coin Explorer NGC Coin Price Guide
NGC US Coin Census for Fugio Cents

Owner Comments:

The Fugio cent is the first circulation coin struck by the United States of America. Its design, engraved on the dies by Abel Buell, is based on a elements made by Benjamin Franklin for 1776 Continental Currency notes. The sundial represents how time flies; even the name Fugio translates to "I fly." The legend below, MIND YOUR BUSINESS, has to do with the benefit of hard work and "keeping your nose to the grindstone"; it is not a threat against invaders or enemies.

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