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1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate Value

$100 – $30,000

The 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate was minted at the Philadelphia Mint. Values range from $100 in lower grades to $30,000 in top condition. This is a key date, making it especially sought-after by collectors.

1858 | Philadelphia | Mintage: Unknown
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CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
GradeValue
Good (G-4)
$100
Very Good (VG-8)
$175
Fine (F-12)
$300
Very Fine (VF-20)
$175
Extremely Fine (EF-40)
$1,200
About Uncirculated (AU-50)
$1,825
Choice AU (AU-55)
$1,000
Mint State (MS-60)
$2,973
Select (MS-62)
$3,750
Choice (MS-63)
$8,000
Near Gem (MS-64)
$10,000
Gem (MS-65) Best Value
$30,000
Under $100 $100 - $1,000 Over $1,000

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Coin Specifications

Year
1858
Mint
Philadelphia
Mintage
Unknown
Composition
88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Weight
4.67 grams
Diameter
19 mm
Edge
Plain
Designer
James B. Longacre
Series
Flying Eagle Error (1856-1858)
PCGS #
2020

Historical Notes

An overdate variety from the short-lived Flying Eagle cent series (1856-1858). A die intended for 1858 was punched over one from 1857, leaving visible traces of the underlying date. The Flying Eagle series lasted only three years before being replaced by the Indian Head cent.

Varieties

1858/7 Overdate

An 1858-dated die was punched over an 1857-dated die, leaving traces of the 7 visible beneath the 8 in the date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate worth? +
A 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate is worth between $100 and $30,000 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.
How many 1858 Flying Eagle Error coins were made? +
The Philadelphia Mint produced Unknown 1858 Flying Eagle Error coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.
Is the 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate a key date? +
Yes, the 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent Overdate is considered a key date in the Flying Eagle Error series. Key dates are coins with low mintage, high collector demand, or both, making them among the most valuable in the series.
How much is an 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent worth? +
Values vary based on condition, but even a coin in Good condition often sells for over $300. High-grade specimens in Mint State can command several thousand dollars at auction.
Is the 1858/7 Flying Eagle Cent rare? +
Yes, this is a key date for the Flying Eagle series. It is significantly scarcer than the standard 1858 cent and remains a primary target for collectors seeking variety sets.

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