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Gem 1857 Flying Eagle Cent
Popular Type Issue

1857 1C MS65 PCGS. CAC. The 1857 Flying Eagle cent was immediately popular with collectors, and many examples were saved for numismatic purposes. This impressive Gem exhibits sharply detailed design elements and slightly subdued mint luster. The well-preserved surfaces display light brown patina, with significant areas of original red still intact. PCGS has certified only 13 coins in higher numeric grades (9/11).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2276, PCGS# 2016, Greysheet# 15313)

Weight: 4.70 grams

Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
October, 2011
13th-16th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 17
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 584

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Oct 13, 2011 for: $2,990.00
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