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Unabraded 1856 Flying Eagle Cent MS61

1856 1C MS61 PCGS. Snow-9. Although the characteristic die line from the top of I in UNITED is not visible on this example, it is a late die state with a die crack extending vertically downward from the eagle's beak. Today, it is believed that all examples of Snow-9 were struck as proofs, although there is no evidence of proof surface on this piece, and it has labeled a business strike by PCGS. The surfaces have a faintly granular light yellow appearance, and all design details are sharply defined. Traces of iridescent toning are visible on each side. The Snow-9 die combination was struck a few years after 1856 for Mint sale to collectors, who were already aware of the rare date and were scrambling to obtain examples. Certified in an old green label holder.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 208, which realized $16,100.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 2013, GSID# 15310)

Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Weight: 4.70 grams
Weight: 0.14589oz
Mintage: 1,000

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