1863 2C J-312, BN PR(PCGS#60467)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

8677

Grade

PR65BN

Price

3,120

Lot Description

<strong>Obv:</strong> Similar to the design that the Mint adopted for regular issue two-cent coinage in 1864, although the motto on the scroll reads GOD OUR TRUST instead of IN GOD WE TRUST. <strong>Rev:</strong> Also similar to the adopted type of the following year, but the word CENTS is markedly curved and the detail to the wreath is slightly different. This handsome specimen exhibits dominant chocolate-brown patina overall. Razor sharp in strike, this is a desirable example of the type that would do equally well in a dedicated pattern collection or an advanced set of two-cent pieces. Quite reflective in the fields and a delight to examine under a light source. Just 3 coins have been graded finer by PCGS.<p><p><p><p><p><p>