Two-Cent Piece

Classic U.S. Coins: The Short-Lived Two Cent Piece

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Classic U.S. Coins The Short-Lived Two Cent Piece

The Two-Cent Piece, a coin that existed for just over a decade in U.S. currency history, remains one of the most intriguing and short-lived coins in the nation’s coinage legacy. Introduced in 1864, this copper coin carries a unique place in numismatic history, both for its brief run and its design that was influenced by … Read more

The Two-Cent Piece: The Civil War and “In God We Trust”

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The Two-Cent Piece The Civil War and “In God We Trust”

The Two-Cent Piece holds a unique place in the history of American coinage. Introduced during the tumultuous years of the Civil War, this short-lived denomination was the first U.S. coin to bear the now-iconic motto, “In God We Trust.” Struck from 1864 to 1873, the Two-Cent Piece is a fascinating artifact that reflects the economic … Read more