1858 Flying Eagle Cent Small Letters Small Cent
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1858 Flying Eagle Cent Small Letters Small Cent
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Brand: US Mint
1858 Flying Eagle Cent Small Letters Small Cent
Secure a piece of pre-Civil War history with this remarkable 1858 Flying Eagle Small Cent. Minted for only a brief three-year window, these short-lived "white cents" represented a major turning point in American history as the United States officially transitioned away from bulky, heavy large cents to a highly efficient small format. Composed of a durable copper-nickel alloy, this fascinating small cent survived the frantic economic hoarding of the Civil War era. It features a magnificent eagle soaring proudly in mid-flight on the obverse and a highly detailed agricultural wreath showcasing corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco on the reverse. For the discerning numismatist looking to finish a classic collection or own an authentic chunk of 19th-century Americana, this choice historic cent offers an irresistible combination of low survival rates, historical charm, and timeless eye appeal.
Country: United States
Composition: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Mintage: 24,600,000
Weight: 4.67 g / 0.1647 oz / 0.1501 troy oz
Dimensions: 19.00 mm
Lettering and Edging: Obverse: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / 1858 | Reverse: ONE CENT | Edge: Plain
Strike Type: Business Strike
Variety: Small Letters (Distinguished by the completely separated "A" and "M" in the word AMERICA on the obverse)
Coin Designer and Design: Chief Engraver James Barton Longacre designed both sides of the coin; The obverse features an eagle soaring in flight, which was adapted from Christian Gobrecht's classic silver dollar designs; The reverse displays the denomination enclosed by a standard agricultural wreath of corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco tied with a ribbon bow at the bottom.
Composition: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Mintage: 24,600,000
Weight: 4.67 g / 0.1647 oz / 0.1501 troy oz
Dimensions: 19.00 mm
Lettering and Edging: Obverse: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / 1858 | Reverse: ONE CENT | Edge: Plain
Strike Type: Business Strike
Variety: Small Letters (Distinguished by the completely separated "A" and "M" in the word AMERICA on the obverse)
Coin Designer and Design: Chief Engraver James Barton Longacre designed both sides of the coin; The obverse features an eagle soaring in flight, which was adapted from Christian Gobrecht's classic silver dollar designs; The reverse displays the denomination enclosed by a standard agricultural wreath of corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco tied with a ribbon bow at the bottom.
Condition - Circulated (Fine details remain visible on the eagle's wing feathers and tail. Light, honest wear across high focal points with a pleasing, natural deep-gold and light brown patina consistent with a well-preserved circulated coin) - See Pictures
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