Briefly minted from 1856-1858, Flying Eagle cents were America's first small-size 1¢ coins. Struck in 88% copper and 12% nickel, these coins feature an eagle in flight on the obverse and a wreath of corn, wheat, cotton and tobacco on the reverse.
1857 Flying Eagle Cent PCGS AU 53 20635747
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Specifics
- Mint Location: Philadelphia
- All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
- Grade: AU 50
- Denomination: Small Cent
- Strike Type: Business
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
- Coin: Flying Eagle
- Certification: ANACS
- Year: 1857