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1856 1C MS65 PCGS. CAC Certified, Snow-3. Die Stage A. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. The obverse die of this variety is easily identifiable by repunching on the 5 in the date. This die was also used to strike coins of the Snow-1 and Snow-10 varieties. The most evident reverse diagnostics are the high leaves at the C and T in CENT. This reverse die was also used to strike Snow-8. According to Snow (2001), examples of Snow-3 are the second most frequently encountered 1856 Flying Eagle cents in today's market. This die pair was used from 1856 through early 1857. The first coins produced were copper die trial pieces (Judd-281, Pollock-213), of which only two examples are accounted for today. The Mint then struck 634-800 business strike 1856 Flying Eagle cents of the Snow-3 die marriage using copper-nickel planchets. Snow asserts that these coins were prepared for two purposes: to test the press and dies in a simulated business strike run, and to provide examples of the proposed copper-nickel cent to members of Congress. The first copper-nickel examples of Snow-3 that emerged from the dies are prooflike in finish with moderately reflective mirrors in the fields. These coins are known as Die Stage A, and they can be easily mistaken for proofs by collectors who are not aware of the other diagnostics for Snow-3. All examples of this variety lack the completeness of strike that proof 1856 Flying Eagle cents display. The present coin, while certainly sharp in overall detail, exhibits a little softness of strike over the eagle's breast feathers. In addition, the reverse devices, particularly the cotton leaves in the wreath, have rounded edges. As befits the die stage, this coin displays moderately reflective fields. The color is a warm, original, honey-gold shade with swirls of medium tan and lilac patina here and there. Both sides are free of bothersome handling marks, although a tiny carbon fleck in the obverse field above the date is noted. Truly, truly, a remarkable gem!
CAC and Photo Seal designation. Absolutely superb Gem Unc (15:5,5,5). This is the single finest known 1857 Flyin Eagle cent. It is also the prized Snow-1 and a beautiful proof like example. The Snow-1 is the obverse style of 1856 with a bold repunched date. It is believed to be struck from the first die pair used in 1857. The coin is listed in the PCGS population under both the regular date (PCGS #2016) and the variety number (PCGS #410433).
Words fall short of describing this incredibly preserved CAC certified gem that displays lovely rose gold hues over unabraded satin surfaces. The clarity of the strike on both sides rivals perfection and the sheer eye appeal is overwhelming. Premium Gem Large Letter coins are extremely rare, and there are no finer one known. The PCGS grade MS67+, pop 1 of 1, is highest known MS grade Flying Eagle for ANY year. An absolutely marvelous coin that currently resides in the Foreside Collection on the PCGS Registry.