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1856 Flying Eagle Cent, MS63
Snow-3 Original Striking

1856 1C Snow-3 MS63 ANACS. The 1856 is the first and rarest date of the small cent series, and examples have been hotly contested by collectors since its introduction. Indeed, the 1856 Flying Eagle cent was so desired during the late 1850s that it was unofficially restruck by the U.S. Mint in proof format, typically from Snow-9 dies. But the present lot is an original striking in business format from Snow-3 dies, showing light repunching on the 5 in the date. The 1 in the date is centered between dentils. The dusky olive-gold surfaces are sharply struck, smooth, and satiny. A subtle retained lamination is noted on the right ear of corn. Housed in a small-sized holder.
From The Siesta Key Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 391479, Base PCGS# 2013, GSID# 212989)

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


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2025
26th-31st Tuesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 16
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 26, 2025 for: $18,600.00
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