1858 Flying Eagle First Small Cent Short Lived Pre Civil War. ~ A really nice type coin example of this Very Short Lived third and final year of issue and First Small Cent "Flying Eagle" Small Cent struck in 1858 at the Philidelphia mint before the beginning of the Civil War and this historic piece is displaying Very Good + Details but I'm not an expert so you decide and this will make a very nice addition to your collection. These Flying Eagle Cents were issued for only 3 years from 1856 thru 1858 and they replaced the previous Large Cents. Please look closely at the photos. I want us both to be happy with your selection and I offer a 30 day Satisfaction Return Policy, (buyer pays shipping both ways). Thanx for looking and check out my other listings. Enjoy ! ~ ( # A )