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***Auction Highlight*** 1856 S-9 Flying Eagle Cent 1c Graded Choice AU/BU Slider+ By USCG (fc)

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:4,312.50 - 17,250.00 USD
***Auction Highlight*** 1856 S-9 Flying Eagle Cent 1c Graded Choice AU/BU Slider+ By USCG (fc)
***Auction Highlight*** 1856 S-9 Flying Eagle Cent 1c Graded Choice AU/BU Slider+ By USCG. 0 This handsome golden-tan example is warmly and evenly toned over sharp to full devices. The outward appearance is superior for a near-Mint example of this perennially popular issue in the U.S. small cent series is sure to be strong bidder competition for this classic rarity. The first of the small cent issues, the 1856 Flying Eagle cent was first struck in fairly small numbers for distribution among members of congress and is considered a pattern, as large cents were still being struck in large quantities in 1856. The initial mintage for the 1856 "Flyer" was probably just a few hundred pieces. This example is the Snow-9 variety, the variety originally struck for congress. Once word got out about the date's elusive nature, collectors and investors wanted an example. The date was restruck in sufficient quantities by the Mint -- perhaps 1,000 to 2,000 pieces were made all told. It has long been a mark of distinction to own an 1856 Flying Eagle cent no matter the grade. The present piece affords the best of two worlds -- the quality is substantial while the AU-58+ grade keeps the cost out of the stratosphere. A nice opportunity for an advanced small cent specialist.