 1856 Snow 9. Choice Brilliant Proof. A bold strike brings out the most minute details of the gently frosted devices including the needle-sharp wing tips. Golden brown fields complement brighter gold reliefs and all are boldly reflective, giving bold flash to this literally Choice example of the eagerly sought Flying Eagle date that helped launch the new Small Cent coinage. Examination under magnification reveals some trivial planchet laminations in the dense alloy and a trace of minor deposits near the first 'S' of STATES.
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