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1857 1C Die Clash w/50C, FS-402 AU53 PCGS

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Price: $625.00   
Grade: AU53
Quantity: 1
PCGS Coin #: 37375
Last Update: 5/11/2026
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An exceptional 1857 Flying Eagle Cent; attributed as F.E. 1C FS-402 and certified PCGS AU53; offered from the Philadelphia Mint. Struck during the brief; historic Flying Eagle series (1856ñ1858); this issue represents the pivotal transition from Americaís large cents to the modern small cent formatóan essential type coin and a highly collectible early copper-nickel cent."Key highlights"Date/Mint: 1857 (Philadelphia)Denomination/Type: Flying Eagle Cent (F.E. 1C); Small CentVariety: FS-402Grade: AU53 (About Uncirculated)Notable feature: Obverse Die Clash with 50C (dramatic clashed-die evidence from a half dollar)Certified population: 2 in this grade; with 43 higherOriginal mintage: 17;450;000"Why this coin stands out"Rare and visually compelling error/variety: The obverse die clash with 50C is a standout attribute that adds both technical interest and eye appeal; making this FS-402 a conversation piece within any Flying Eagle or U.S. type set.Desirable About Uncirculated preservation: AU53 examples retain strong design definition and pleasing remaining luster in protected areas; while showing honest; light circulation that many collectors prefer for classic 19th-century copper-nickel cents.Historic one-year type appeal: The 1857 Flying Eagle Cent is a cornerstone issueówidely recognized; heavily collected; and ideal for both advanced specialists and buyers building a high-quality U.S. type collection."Eye appeal and surfaces"Expect attractive copper-nickel toning with natural light gold to pale champagne hues; often complemented by soft silver-gray highlights. Design details are well-defined for the grade; with balanced wear and strong overall character typical of a choice About Uncirculated Flying Eagle Cent."Collector relevance and SEO keywords"1857 Flying Eagle Cent FS-402; clashed die; obverse die clash 50C; Philadelphia Mint small cent; PCGS AU53 Flying Eagle cent; U.S. copper-nickel cent; 19th century U.S. coin; rare variety Flying Eagle penny.
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PCGS Coin #: 37375
PCGS Coin Description: 1857 F.E. 1C Obv Die Clash with 50C FS-402 S-9 (FS-003)
Mintage: 17,450,000
Grade: AU53
PCGS Population: * 2 View
Population (in higher grades): * 44
PCGS Price Guide: * $425.00 View
Additional resources: PCGS CoinFacts
PCGS Set Registry:
(Top 3 of 37 composite sets for this coin)
 
  Learn more about Set Registry 		Small Cent Type Set, Circulation Strikes (1856-present)
Complete Dansco 7070 Modified Type Set No Gold (1796-Date)
Complete Dansco 7070 Modified Type Set (1796-Date)
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