U.S. Two-Cent Coins
(1864 - 1873)
U.S. Two-Cent Coins were introduced during the Civil War to address a severe shortage of circulating coinage. Struck in bronze, the two-cent piece was notable for becoming the first U.S. coin to bear the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.” Its bold shield design symbolized national unity at a time of division. Although useful for a brief period, the denomination quickly fell out of favor as the economy stabilized, leading to its discontinuation after less than a decade. Today, two-cent coins are valued for their historical significance rather than their time in circulation.
Check out every series of U.S. Two-Cent Coins below, complete with dates & mintages for each.
Two-Cent Coin (1864 - 1873)
Business StrikesDATE
MINTAGE
19,847,500
13,640,000
3,177,000
2,938,750
2,803,750
1,546,500
861,250
721,250
65,000
1864
1865
1866
1867
1868
1869
1870
1871
1872
Proof StrikesDATE
MINTAGE
1864 Proof
1865 Proof
1866 Proof
1867 Proof
1868 Proof
1869 Proof
1870 Proof
1871 Proof
1872 Proof
1873 Proof
100
500
725
625
600
600
1,000
960
950
600
‘Coin Collecting Tools’ is Going Mobile
StackHub is an excellent tool for coin collectors & precious metals enthusiasts of all levels. Your app subscription will come complete with:
100+ prebuilt collection checklists to choose from
Collect graded or ungraded coins, your choice
Upload images of your own set to take on the go
Precious Metals stack tracking
Every coin collecting guide at your fingertips
Compatible with mobile & desktop
Click HERE to learn more*During checkout, please use the email address that you’d like associated with your StackHub account. You will receive an invitation to that email address directly from the platform when your account is ready. Account creation may take up to 12 hours from the time of checkout*
Check Out Our Guide to Identifying U.S. Constitutional Silver Coins
Think you might have silver coins in your pocket change? Learn the quick ways to spot United States Coinage made of silver by date, edge color, weight, and more.
Click HERE for the full guide
Coin Roll Hunting: What It Is and How to Start
Coin roll hunting is the modern-day treasure hunt for collectors. Learn what it is, how to start, and the best tips for finding silver and rare coins in rolls.
Read MoreThis site and all of its content was built by collectors for collectors. Join thousands who already trust CoinCollectingTools.com for reliable & accurate information, expert tips, and a connected community on social media. Follow us on YouTube & TikTok @CentsMakeDollars to make sure you never miss a new online resource designed to sharpen your knowledge and collecting strategies.