Back

1865 2 Cent Fancy 5 - VF (Very Fine)

1865 2 Cent Fancy 5 - VF (Very Fine)
  • Click to enlarge
  • Click to enlarge

$24.00


Product Specifications
DesignersJames B. Longacre
Weight6.22 Grams
Diameter23 mm
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin
Mintage13,640,000

Product Description

The Act of April 22, 1864, which changed the weight and composition of the cent, included the provision for a bonze 2 cent piece.  The 2 cent piece is one of the shortest-lived issues of United States coinage.


This field is required.
Top

Customer Reviews