As of May, 2024, a 1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 in circulated condition is worth between $9,000.00 and $16,350.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $16,750.00 and $36,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $32,900.00 in the 08/16/2015 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 4.70 grams
Mintage: 1,500
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Series: Flying Eagle Cents 1856-1858

1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6536,000.00
MS-64+29,250.00
MS-6425,000.00
MS-63+19,750.00
MS-6318,750.00
MS-62+17,750.00
MS-6217,250.00
MS-6117,000.00
MS-6016,750.00
AU-58+16,350.00
AU-5816,250.00
AU-55+15,600.00
AU-5515,500.00
AU-53+14,350.00
AU-5314,150.00
AU-50+13,850.00
AU-5013,750.00
XF-45+12,850.00
XF-4512,500.00
XF-4012,000.00
VF-3511,750.00
VF-3011,500.00
VF-2511,250.00
VF-2011,000.00
F-1510,500.00
F-1210,000.00
VG-109,500.00
VG-89,000.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State16,750.0036,000.0021,944.44
About Uncirculated13,750.0016,350.0014,975.00
Extremely Fine12,000.0012,850.0012,450.00
Fine and Very Fine10,000.0011,750.0011,000.00
Good and Very Good9,000.009,500.009,250.00

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1856 Flying Eagle Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1856 Penny Flying Eagle (Regular Strike)6,000.0017,650.0018,000.00225,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle (Proof)5,500.0016,250.0016,500.00250,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-2 (Proof)N/AN/A16,250.0026,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-2, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A32,500.0032,500.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-3 (Regular Strike)6,250.0018,000.0018,500.0085,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-3 (Proof)9,500.0017,250.0017,500.0087,500.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-4 (Proof)N/AN/A11,500.0035,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A21,000.0028,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-1 (Proof)16,750.0017,000.0018,000.0055,000.00
1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-5 (Proof)9,000.009,000.0010,000.0076,500.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$14,100.00

Lowest Sale Price
$22,800.00

Highest Sale Price
$17,808.33

Average Sale Price
$20,400.00

Most Recent Sale Price
9

Number of Sales
$160,275.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6524,000.0032,900.0029,946.88
MS-6414,100.0022,800.0017,808.33
MS-6312,925.0017,625.0014,842.97
MS-6221,600.0021,600.0021,600.00
MS-608,812.5010,800.009,806.25
AU-5812,000.0012,000.0012,000.00
AU-5313,200.0013,200.0013,200.00
AU-508,225.008,225.008,225.00
XF-406,600.006,600.006,600.00
VF-359,400.009,400.009,400.00
VF-309,400.009,750.159,628.38
VF-207,200.009,600.008,250.00
F-159,900.009,900.009,900.00
F-129,900.009,932.409,916.20
VG-87,800.007,800.007,800.00
G-44,320.004,320.004,320.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof) coin across various grades from G-4 to MS-65. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $32,900.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.56% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Kagin's with 17.78% / 2.22% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1856 Penny Flying Eagle S-9 (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions13,200.0008/20/2023
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions21,600.0005/08/2022
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions24,000.0005/08/2022
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions20,400.0001/16/2022
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions9,900.0012/19/2021
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers13,200.0011/30/2021
MS-60PCGSStack's Bowers10,800.0011/30/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions19,200.0008/29/2021
VF-20NGCStack's Bowers7,800.0008/25/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions22,800.0008/22/2021
VF-30PCGSScotsman9,735.0007/23/2021
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions9,900.0007/15/2021
VG-8PCGSStack's Bowers7,800.0011/20/2019
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions16,800.0002/03/2019
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions6,600.0001/14/2019
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions12,000.0001/14/2019
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions8,400.0012/14/2018
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions7,200.0011/11/2018
G-4NCSHeritage Auctions4,320.0010/14/2018
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions9,932.4010/14/2018
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions9,600.0009/09/2018
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions13,200.0008/19/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions28,800.0007/15/2018
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers16,800.0006/21/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions31,200.0006/17/2018
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions16,200.0006/17/2018
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions14,400.0004/29/2018
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions31,725.0007/13/2017
MS-65PCGSKagin's29,375.0003/09/2017
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers17,625.0008/09/2016
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions8,812.5003/03/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions29,375.0001/06/2016
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions9,400.0010/29/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions15,275.0010/29/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions32,900.0008/16/2015
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions9,750.1501/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions20,562.5001/07/2015
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions12,925.0001/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions14,100.0001/07/2015
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions8,225.0011/06/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions15,275.0011/06/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions15,862.5010/08/2014
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions9,400.0010/08/2014
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers14,393.7507/27/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers32,200.0008/04/2012