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In 1869, the Mint, once again, produced 600 Proof Two Cent Pieces. Most of this mintage is still in existence. Examples at PR66 and finer are scarce with brown and red-brown color. Full red pieces are rare as of PR65. Any cameo surfaces are great rarities in any grade. Be on the lookout for pieces with notable toning or vivid red color.
Obverse Description
An ornate shield flanked on the left and right by leaves with arrow heads and shanks (crossed behind) appear protruding at the four corners. A ribbon above the shield bears the words IN GOD WE TRUST, making this coin design the first usage this now-ubiquitous motto. The date is positioned at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
A large numeral 2 with the word CENTS below (smaller) in the center is framed by a well-defined wheat wreath tied at the bottom center by a simple ribbon. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appears around the periphery.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2738
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, 1869
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
2, CENTS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
6.22 gr
Weight (oz):
0.2 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
23
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1869
Denomination:
2c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Two cent piece
Coinage Years:
1864-1873
Composition:
0.95 copper; 0.05 tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3640
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Coin Value History
1869 2c PR RB
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1869 2c PR RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$10,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $8,750 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR BN [Type]
![2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1873_2c_cl3_bn.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $225 – $4,560
2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR RB [Type]
![2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1868_2c_pr_rb.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $360 – $8,400
2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR RD [Type]
![2-Cent Piece 2c 1864-1873 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/194xxx/15bce75c-f789-465e-8264-a9ddedcdfadb.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $440 – $20,000
1864 2c Small Motto PR BN
Worth: $26,500 – $102,000
1864 2c Small Motto PR RB
Worth: $36,000 – $180,000
1864 2c Small Motto PR RD
Worth: $75,000 – $192,000
1864 2c Large Motto PR BN
Worth: $450 – $10,200
1864 2c Large Motto PR RB
Worth: $1,150 – $15,000
1864 2c Large Motto PR RD
Worth: $1,600 – $14,400
1865 2c PR BN
Worth: $225 – $5,560
1865 2c PR RB
Worth: $360 – $9,400
1865 2c PR RD
Worth: $440 – $12,000
1866 2c PR BN
Worth: $225 – $2,400
1866 2c PR RB
Worth: $550 – $3,300
1866 2c PR RD
Worth: $700 – $5,000
1869 2C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$8,540
1869 2C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: 48 in 64, 89 finer (6/26). CDN: $580 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600...
$702
1869 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-65 RB (PCGS).
$1,320
1869 2C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (27/3). Mintage 600. ...
$2,520
1869 2C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (46/209 and 0/14+). Mintage 600. ...
$630
1869 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-62 RB (PCGS).
$360
1869 2C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$3,244
1869 2C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 600. ...
$660
1869 2C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (76/30). Mintage 600. ...
$1,140
1869 2C PR66+ Red and Brown PCGS. CAC....
$2,640
1869 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-63 RB (NGC).
$528
1869 2C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (2/143). PCGS Population (6/233). Mintage: 600. ...
$306
1869 2C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$3,840
1869 2C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Mintage 600. ...
$660
1869 2c PCGS/CAC Proof 65 RB
$1,300
1869 2C PR66+ Red and Brown PCGS. CAC....
$3,120
1869 2C PR63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/129). PCGS Population: (46/211). CDN: $410 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/...
$361
1869 2C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (1/136). PCGS Population (6/217). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pro...
$329
1869 2C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$4,230
1869 2C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 600. ...
$660
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