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The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the 2-Cent Pieces, Proof (1864–1873) series of 2-Cent Pieces in the U.S. Coins contains 5 distinct entries with CPG® values between $325.00 and $60,000.00.
Proof 2 cent pieces are popular among 19th-century type and copper enthusiasts, who also enjoy collecting business-strike 2 cent coins, which were designed James B. Longacre. Ranging in price from the mid hundreds to the many thousands of dollars, proof 2 cent coinage is considerably scarce and especially sought after in the higher grades.

A typical proof 2 cent is encountered in Brown grade from PF60 to PF64, with higher-grading pieces and Red-Brown or Red specimens coming along much less frequently. Premiums are paid for nice Red Cameo or Red-Brown Cameo proofs or any specimen with especially nice surfaces and few detractions.

The 1864 Small Motto proof is the rarest issue of all in the series, with Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) estimating only five in existence across all grades; even the lower-level proof examples trade in the five figures. Only proof specimens were struck in 1873, and these scarce pieces generally start in the four-figure range. All other dates saw mintages in the hundreds of greater and usually range from $300 to $1,000 for typical specimens.

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  2-Cent Pieces, Proof (1864–1873) Value Range Favorite
2-Cent Pieces, Proof (1864–1873) Value Range  
1868 2c PR BN
$325
-
$5,750
$325 - $5,750
1868 2c PR RB
$470
-
$10,500
$470 - $10,500
1868 2c PR RB CAM
-
 
1868 2c PR RD
$900
-
$24,000
$900 - $24,000
1868 2c PR RD CAM
$2,500
-
$60,000
$2,500 - $60,000
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Greysheet Catalog Details

The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the 2-Cent Pieces, Proof (1864–1873) series of 2-Cent Pieces in the U.S. Coins contains 5 distinct entries with CPG® values between $325.00 and $60,000.00.
Proof 2 cent pieces are popular among 19th-century type and copper enthusiasts, who also enjoy collecting business-strike 2 cent coins, which were designed James B. Longacre. Ranging in price from the mid hundreds to the many thousands of dollars, proof 2 cent coinage is considerably scarce and especially sought after in the higher grades.

A typical proof 2 cent is encountered in Brown grade from PF60 to PF64, with higher-grading pieces and Red-Brown or Red specimens coming along much less frequently. Premiums are paid for nice Red Cameo or Red-Brown Cameo proofs or any specimen with especially nice surfaces and few detractions.

The 1864 Small Motto proof is the rarest issue of all in the series, with Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) estimating only five in existence across all grades; even the lower-level proof examples trade in the five figures. Only proof specimens were struck in 1873, and these scarce pieces generally start in the four-figure range. All other dates saw mintages in the hundreds of greater and usually range from $300 to $1,000 for typical specimens.

Catalog Detail

Legal Disclaimer

The prices listed in our database are intended to be used as an indication only. Users are strongly encouraged to seek multiple sources of pricing before making a final determination of value. CDN Publishing is not responsible for typographical or database-related errors. Your use of this site indicates full acceptance of these terms.

Read CDN Terms of Use