1858 Flying Eagle Cent. Large Letters, High Leaves (Style of 1857), Type I. MS-66+ (PCGS).Enchanting premium Gem Mint State quality for this brief small cent design type of 1856 to 1858. Fully struck with a smooth satin to softly frosted texture, both sides are further enhanced by lovely toning in pale tan and pinkish-rose hues. The second year 1858 Flying Eagle cent was produced in even greater numbers than the 1857, 24,600,000 vs. 17,450,000 circulation strikes. Both issues are of similar availability in numismatic circles, worn survivors plentiful and even Mint State coins readily obtainable in grades through MS-64. On the other hand, the type as a whole is scarce in MS-65 and rare any finer. This is one of the finest examples of the 1858 Large Letters known to PCGS, and it would make a fitting addition to a high quality type set.
