Lot 1022
1856 Flying Eagle Cent. PCGS graded Proof 63. Nice bold strike. The 1856 Flying Eagle Cent has been famous almost since first. But for most collectors, they realized too late after many had reached circulation. Only then did the fact become known that these had a very low mintage (current estimates put it at 2,000 pieces). Years ago one ardent numismatic colleague cornered a group of 756 pieces! Remember, however, this was during a time when there were fewer collectors than coins. That long-ago hoard was distributed; meanwhile, the collecting fraternity blossomed like a field of springtime flowers. Concerning the 1856 Flying Eagle Cent offered in this lot, the coin possesses a worldly dose of warmly toned luster. The toning enlivens the broad expanse of smooth surface. The fields are essentially very choice, while the strike is bold enough to warrant special mention (PCGS # 2037) .
Estimated Value $14,000 - 15,000.
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| Realized $16,100 |
