1858 Flying Eagle Cent G/VG Condition

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1858 Flying Eagle Cent G/VG Condition

The Flying Eagle Cent is a hallmark of early American numismatics!

REVERSE: A laurel wreath is featured along with ONE CENT in the center.

OBVERSE: A bold eagle in flight is depicted with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and 1858 inscribed.

Flying Eagle Cents

Struck for general circulation in 1857 and 1858—with scarce patterns dated 1856—the Flying Eagle Cent ushered in the shift from large copper cents to smaller copper‑nickel pieces. Its short run makes it a key milestone in United States coinage and a favorite among collectors seeking historical significance.

Compared to large cents, the Flying Eagle is smaller in diameter and weight, offering a modernized feel that paved the way for the Indian Head Cent. While both series share a similar planchet composition, their design elements are distinct, helping collectors quickly differentiate them and understand the evolution of the U.S. cent. For date collectors, both the elusive 1856 Flying Eagle Cent and the more obtainable 1858 Flying Eagle Penny represent important milestones.