coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) \ Flying Eagle Cents \ 1856 \ Philadelphia
The Flying Eagle Cent is a one-cent coin produced by the United States Mint in Philadelphia, with its initial release in 1856. This coin features a design by engraver James B. Longacre, showcasing a flying eagle on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. The Flying Eagle Cent was part of a series aimed at improving the country's coinage, transitioning away from the large cents used before. The 1856 edition is particularly noted for its limited mintage, making it a sought-after collectible among numismatists.
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1856-P (Philadelphia) Flying Eagle Cents | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Flying Eagle Cents | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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United States of America 1856 Philadelphia Flying Eagle Cents 1¢ | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Flying Eagle Cents | 1856 | Philadelphia |