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1864 Two-Cent Piece – Civil War Era U.S. Coin – “IN GOD WE TRUST”

Offered here is an 1864 United States Two-Cent Piece, an important early U.S. coin from the Civil War era and the first circulating United States coin to feature the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.”

The obverse features the distinctive Union shield surrounded by a wreath, with the denomination 2 CENTS prominently displayed in the center. The reverse features the United States shield with crossed arrows and laurel branches, with IN GOD WE TRUST displayed on the banner above and the 1864 date below.

This example has circulated and displays noticeable wear, with attractive natural brown, gold, and darker toning across both sides. The major design elements, date, denomination, shield, and lettering remain visible. Please examine the provided high-resolution photographs carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual coin you will receive. The 2 in the center of the coin on the reverse is damaged.

Coin Details:

• Date: 1864
• Denomination: Two Cents
• Country: United States
• Composition: Bronze
• Designer: James B. Longacre
• Mint: Philadelphia
• Mint Mark: None
• Historic Significance: First U.S. circulating coin to carry the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST”
• Era: Civil War

A historic 160+ year-old U.S. coin that would make a great addition to a collection of Two-Cent Pieces, Civil War-era coinage, or classic United States type coins.

The coin pictured is the exact coin being offered. Please judge condition and grade from the photos.