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1856 1C PR66 PCGS.

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1856 1C PR66 PCGS.
1856 1C PR66 PCGS. Snow-3. The repunched numeral 5 in the date is quite distinct, even with low magnification. Probably no more than 700 proofs were struck from this die pair, with Snow estimating that some 500 or so pieces are extant today. This variety represents approximately 20% of the 1856 Flying Eagle cents seen. This is a magnificent proof striking and one of the finest examples known of this date. The fields are deeply reflective and are not obscured by the deep brown and blue patina that covers both sides of this exceptional piece. With a 16x magnifier we found one tiny speck of carbon on the obverse and two very shallow contact marks on the upper reverse. To the unaided eye this coin appears flawless and it is very nearly.From the Palm Beach Collection. Important notice: Heritage usually auctions material at the rate of 200-250 lots per hour. On some occasions eBay Live bid software or the Internet may not be able to keep up with the pace of the auction. We recommend placing a realistic absentee bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Occasionally the auctioneer may eliminate or reject an eBay Live bid, and the auctioneer may also reopen a lot after the close of the eBay live bidding (usually because we missed an audience bid), and may reject your bid even if it shows you as the winning bidder. By bidding via eBay Live, you agree that Heritage may award the lot to another bidder at its sole discretion under the circumstances described above or any other reasonable circumstances. Also please note that all Heritage lots purchased through eBay Live carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions before you bid.