1865 United States Copper Two Cent Coin VG

1865 United States Copper Two Cent Coin VG 1865 United States Two Cent Copper Coin VG This 1865 United States Two Cent piece is a historic example of the first U.S. coinage to feature the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. Struck in copper, this coin is graded as Very Good (VG), showing honest wear consistent with its age while maintaining clear central design elements including the shield on the obverse and the large numeral 2 within the wheat wreath on the reverse. As a Civil War era issue, this copper coin represents a significant period in American numismatic history and is a must-have for collectors of obsolete denominations. The coin is presented in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip, ensuring its preservation for any collection. 1865 United States Two Cent Piece Condition: Very Good (VG). The coin displays overall wear consistent with its grade, with readable dates and legends, though significant surface details have been smoothed by circulation. The metal content is copper. This coin features the standard business strike type. The mint of origin is Philadelphia, as no mint mark was utilized for this series. Historically, the two-cent piece was the first U.S. coin to feature the motto In God We Trust, introduced during the American Civil War era. 1865, two cent piece, US coin, antique money, numismatics, 2 cents, civil war era, coin collecting, copper coin, shield reverse, VG grade, obsolete currency, American coinage 1865 two cent piece, US coin, rare coin, numismatics, vintage currency, coin collecting, American history, collectible coin, 2 cent coin, US Mint IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing, invoice preparation, and shipping calculations. The auction house does explicitly not: Provide appraisals Grade items Authenticate items Test items Most importantly, remember that: Everything sells "AS IS," as you see it in the pictures. Don't assume anything; ask questions before bidd