1865 Two Cent Piece - Plain 5
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Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 ā estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$3,600 MS66+BN 09-17-2023 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1865 Two Cent Piece - Plain 5 is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Two Cent Pieces 1864-1873 series. The U.S. Mint produced 13.6 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 33% of total production. The obverse features a shield with a banner inscribed IN GOD WE TRUST ā the first U.S. coin to bear this motto and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing 2 CENTS. Second-year mintage dropped to approximately 13.6 million as Civil War demand eased. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $25 to $217 depending on grade and condition. Struck in bronze, weighing 6.22 grams, 23 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #38247.
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Error Varieties(7)
PC-2c-1865-08R Pre-Cud
RCD-2c-1865-01R Retained Cud
RCD-2c-1865-02R Retained Cud
RCD-2c-1865-04R Retained Cud
RCD-2c-1865-05R Retained Cud
RCD-2c-1865-09R Retained Cud
