Offered here is a fantastic 3-coin Flying Eagle Cent lot featuring two 1858 examples and one 1857 — some of the very first small cents ever issued by the United States Mint.
The Flying Eagle Cent holds a special place in American coin history because it marked the transition away from the large cent format that had been used since the 1700s. Introduced in 1856 and released for circulation in 1857, these coins were revolutionary for their time and became the direct predecessor to the iconic Indian Head Cent and ultimately the Lincoln Wheat Penny.
These coins were struck during a fascinating period of pre-Civil War American history, when the nation was rapidly industrializing and expanding westward. Their short two-year circulation run makes Flying Eagle Cents one of the most beloved and instantly recognizable early U.S. coin designs.
This lot includes:
* 1857 Flying Eagle Cent
* Two 1858 Flying Eagle Cents
* Classic flying eagle obverse design
* Wreath reverse design
* Authentic antique mid-1800s U.S. coinage
Condition Notes:
These are circulated coins with visible wear, scratches, rim wear, discoloration, and age-related imperfections consistent with genuine 19th century copper-nickel cents. Dates remain readable on all three coins, and the eagle and wreath details are still visible, giving the lot strong historical display appeal.
One of the 1858 examples shows heavier circulation and rim wear, while the other two retain stronger overall detail. None appear cleaned harshly from what can be seen in the photos, and all possess the honest circulated character collectors often appreciate in early American coinage.
These are excellent pieces for:
* Early U.S. coin collections
* Flying Eagle Cent collectors
* Civil War era Americana collections
* Antique coin displays
* Type set collectors
* Gift ideas for history and coin enthusiasts
Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and details, as the coins shown are the exact coins you will receive.