1858 Flying Eagle Cent — Very Good (VG)
A classic 1858 Flying Eagle Cent, one of the final issues of the short-lived Flying Eagle Cent series. The obverse features an eagle in flight with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” above and the date below. The reverse displays “ONE CENT” surrounded by a decorative wreath.
Details:
- Year: 1858
- Denomination: One Cent
- Type: Flying Eagle Cent
- Mint: Philadelphia
- Mint Mark: None
- Designer: James B. Longacre
- Composition: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
- Weight: 4.70 grams
- Diameter: 19 mm
- Condition: Very Good (VG)
- Mintage: 24,600,000
