The 1866 Two Cent Piece was struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a mintage of 3,177,000. This denomination was introduced during the Civil War and is notable for being the first U.S. coin to bear the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.”
MS-64 RB indicates a Mint State coin with no circulation wear, strong remaining luster, and original red-brown (RB) copper surfaces showing a balanced mix of red and brown coloration.
Denomination: 2 cents
Date & Mint: 1866, Philadelphia
Designer: James B. Longacre
Composition: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc)
Weight: 6.22 g
Diameter: 23 mm
Edge: Plain
Mintage: 3,177,000
Series Years: 1864–1873
Mintmark Location: None (Philadelphia)
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