Lot 923
1858 Flying Eagle Cent. Large letters. PCGS graded MS-65. This is a gem prooflike issue of this beautiful coin design. The detail is full with a partial wire edge visible where the plastic holder allows observation of the rim area. This shows that extraordinary striking pressure was used to strike this piece. A few very light and scattered marks are visible to either side of the date, but these seem to be planchet marks that were not struck out. The surfaces are mirrored and look at first glance like a medium mirrored Proof.
In 1858 two different style reverses were used. The High leaves type is the design from 1857 with the leaves inside the wreath by the C & T in CENT rather high. To improve die wear, the relief of the wreath was lowered mid-year, creating what we call the Low Leaves design. Both the Large Letter and Small Letter obverses are found paired with each reverse. Presently few collectors are collecting all four die combinations. Pop 148; 27 finer; 26 in 66; 1 in 67. (PCGS # 2019) .
Estimated Value $2,700 - 3,000.
Ex:The "Chiro" Collection. Eagle Eye Photo Seal accompanies this lot.
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