1857 Flying Eagle Cent--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Proof....

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1857 Flying Eagle Cent--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Proof. The proof 1857 Flying Eagle cent is one of the most challenging issues of the series. The mintage has been estimated as 485 pieces in the Guide Book, but Richard Snow doubts more than 50 examples were actually issued. The present coin is sharply struck, with several carbon spots and no discernable handling marks. The surfaces are overlayed with light brown and grayish toning.
From The Boca Collection, Part II.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 227B, PCGS# 2040, GSID# 15314)

Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Weight: 4.67 grams
Weight: 0.14496oz
Mintage: 485

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