1858 1C Large Letters PR66 PCGS Secure. Snow-PR1....

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1858 Flying Eagle Cent, PR66
Tied for Finest at PCGS

1858 1C Large Letters PR66 PCGS Secure. Snow-PR1. The Philadelphia Mint began its program of commercial proof offerings in 1858 and struck an estimated 100 proof Flying Eagle cents with the Large Letters design to satisfy collector demand. The letters AM in AMERICA touch on the Large Letters design. All Large Letters proofs are of the High Leaves reverse variety, with a Closed E in ONE. The Large Letters proofs are more elusive than their Small Letters counterparts, which were primarily struck for inclusion in 12-pieces pattern sets sold by the Mint from 1858-1860. Rick Snow estimates approximately 50 Large Letters examples survive today in all grades.

The present coin is a delightful Premium Gem, with razor-sharp definition on all design elements and deeply mirrored fields. The original red surfaces have mellowed to light lavender in the centers, and no mentionable distractions are evident. Overall eye appeal is outstanding. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (11/17).(Registry values: N10218)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 227C, PCGS# 2042, Greysheet# 15317)

Weight: 4.67 grams

Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel

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