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The two-cent piece was produced by the Mint of the United States for circulation from 1864 to 1872 and for collectors in 1873. Designed by James B. Longacre, there were decreasing mintages each year, as other minor coins such as the nickel proved more popular.
9 Μαρ 2021 · The Two-Cent Piece. R.W. Julian. Mar 9, 2021. 1863 pattern two cents portrait of Washington (Images courtesy of Heritage Auctions www.ha.com) Although the two-cent piece was coined for less than a decade, from 1864 to 1873, this short tenure does not really illustrate its importance.
Proof Strike. Designed by: James B. Longacre Issue Dates: 1864-1873 Composition: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc) Diameter: 23 mm. Weight: 6.22 grams (96 grains) Edge: Plain Proof Mintage: 7,500 (estimated) The two-cent piece, made in pattern form as early as 1836, was first used in circulation in 1864. The obverse design depicts a shield ...
Two Cents (1864-1873) The Two Cent coin was produced by the United States Mint from 1864 to 1873. While the coin was used primarily for circulation purposes, mint year 1873 was produced with collectors in mind. The most common date found for the Two Cent piece is 1864.
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In-depth overview of the 1865 Two-Cent Piece including its key features, value and how to appropriately judge the coins condition.
It is based on the quarter of a dollar made by taking a Spanish milled dollar coin and cutting it into pie shaped pieces to make two-bit “change.” Another oddity that never fit into this system is the $3 gold coin denomination.
