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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:
2739
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 #:
3641
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Coin Value History
1869 2c PR RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$50,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $42,000 | $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 |
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 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-64 RD (PCGS).
$960
1869 2C PR65 Red PCGS. CAC....
$2,580
2C 1869 PCGS PR66 RD CAC
$5,405
1869 2C PR63 Red NGC. NGC Census: (4/33). PCGS Population (6/90). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/...
$978
1869 2C PR64 Red PCGS. This piece is housed in a green label holder. PCGS Population: (38/67). NGC Census: (9/19). CDN: $1,...
$1,080
1869 2C PR65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (12/8). PCGS Population: (45/21). CDN: $1,650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 600. ...
$2,520
1869 2C PR66 Red PCGS. ...
$2,880
1869 2C, RD
$604
1869 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-64 RD (PCGS).
$1,140
1869 2C PR65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (44/19). NGC Census: (12/9). CDN: $1,500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 600....
$3,120
1869 2C PR66 Red PCGS. ...
$3,120
1869 2C, RD
$374
1869 2C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/66). NGC Census: (10/20). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600...
$1,440
1869 2c PCGS/CAC Proof 65 RD
$3,100
1869 2C PR66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$5,760
1869 2C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/63). NGC Census: (10/23). PR64. Mintage 600. ...
$720
2C 1869 PCGS PR65 RD CAC
$2,585
1869 2C PR66 Red PCGS. ...
$2,760
1869 2C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/62). NGC Census: (10/24). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR64. ...
$1,020
1869 Two-Cent Piece. Proof-65 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$2,880
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