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1865 Two-Cent Piece value guide -- mintage, and grade-by-grade prices.
Second year of issue; mintage dropped by roughly one-third from 1864 (19.8 million to 13.64 million), the start of a steady decline that continued through the rest of the series.
Widely available and inexpensive in circulated grades -- priced the same as the common 1864 Large Motto, reflecting its status as a plentiful type coin.
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Condition drives price more than any other factor on a coin like this — two examples of the same date can be worth very different amounts depending on wear and authentication.
The value table above is organized by grade for a reason — a coin's condition, not just its date, sets where it lands on that range. If you're not sure how to grade, a seller's photos and description should call it out.
A professionally graded (PCGS/NGC) example carries more certainty than a raw coin, and usually a small premium for it. Both are fine to buy — just factor grading into the price you're comparing.
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About the 1865 Two-Cent Piece
Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to $25, while an uncirculated one can reach $217 or more.
Second year of issue; mintage dropped by roughly one-third from 1864 (19.8 million to 13.64 million), the start of a steady decline that continued through the rest of the series.
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