Price Guide for 1867 Two Cents Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $17.00 – $660.00Uncirculated: $79.00 – $1,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $2.57 – $185.99Uncirculated: $56.77 – $550.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20.00 – $180.00Uncirculated: $195.00 – $1,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $51.00 – $1,997.50Uncirculated: $550.00 – $4,230.00
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eBayCirculated: $83.00 – $1,060.00Uncirculated: $4,200.00 – $4,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $2,100.00Uncirculated: $2,350.00 – $9,250.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $201.06 – $3,120.00
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eBayUncirculated: $255.07 – $552.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $340.00 – $5,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $264.38Uncirculated: $95.00 – $3,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $161.00 – $1,511.77
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $210.00 – $3,600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $345.00 – $22,800.00
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eBayUncirculated: $609.99 – $2,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $250.00 – $26,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $977.00 – $16,450.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5,250.00 – $23,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,092.00 – $22,325.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $19,000.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $127.00 – $1,680.00Uncirculated: $1,527.50 – $4,993.75
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eBayCirculated: $86.01 – $1,499.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $2,100.00Uncirculated: $2,350.00 – $5,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6,462.50 – $14,100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2,856.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $40,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $19,000.00 – $30,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $5,520.00
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eBayCirculated: $308.27Uncirculated: $460.00 – $867.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $375.00 – $8,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $489.00 – $833.00Uncirculated: $3.85 – $15,600.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $575.00 – $10,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,610.00 – $19,387.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,750.00 – $32,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1867 Two Cents
The 1867 Two Cent piece was part of the Two Cent coin series, which was first introduced in 1864 during the Civil War. This coin is historically significant as it was the first U.S. coin to bear the motto ‘IN GOD WE TRUST’, setting a precedent for future American coinage. By 1867, the coin’s production had significantly decreased due to the diminishing need for small denomination coins in the post-Civil War economy.
| Weight | 6.22 grams |
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| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (all minted in Philadelphia) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Shield with crossed arrows and olive branch, designed by James B. Longacre |
| Reverse Design | Wreath surrounding '2 CENTS', designed by James B. Longacre |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1867 Two Cent piece significantly impacts its value. Circulation strikes in Uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are highly sought after, with premium prices for coins with full original red luster. Even in circulated grades, coins with clear design details and smooth, problem-free surfaces command higher prices.
For proof issues, the presence of cameo or deep cameo contrast can substantially increase value. Collectors prize examples with sharp strikes, minimal contact marks, and attractive toning.
Mintage: 2,938,750
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None widely recognized
Market Demand: Moderate, with increasing interest from collectors of 19th-century type sets
Mintage: 625
Rarity Scale: Rare
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades PR65 and above
Varieties Errors: None widely recognized
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Die state and strike quality can affect the desirability of 1867 Two Cent pieces. Well-struck examples with full shield details on the obverse and crisp lettering on the reverse are more valuable. The color and quality of the coin’s patina also play a role, with attractive, even toning being preferred over spotty or unattractive coloration.
As a transitional year in the series (production dropped significantly from 1866), the 1867 Two Cent piece holds special interest for collectors focusing on Civil War and Reconstruction era coinage. This historical context can add a premium to well-preserved examples.
