Lot 314
1858 Flying Eagle Cent. Large letters. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Lovely golden toning. Boldly struck. Only 100 Proofs struck. Mint records imply that at least twice as many Small Letters Proofs were made as their Large Letters counterparts, but the survival ratio of the two varieties puts them on an even footing. Both are rare in Gem condition. This specimen exhibits toned reflective deep tan to russet gold surfaces that have subtle orange accents. The strike is needle sharp as stated above. There is no spotting on either the obverse or the reverse, which is hardly surprising given the difficult tests a coin that travels through the upper echelons of the grading service must pass to achieve this vaunted grade. Much more rare than the famous 1856 Proof Cent. Pop 5; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 82042) .
Estimated Value $20,000 - 22,000.
The Mark Gordon Collection.
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| Realized $19,550 |
