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1870 Two Cent, MS65+ Red
One Example Graded Higher

1870 2C MS65+ Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Simpson. The 1870 two cent had a substantial mintage of 861,250 coins, although production continued to decrease year after year as it had since the denomination's first year of issue in 1864. Gem Red representatives remain major rarities. Copper-orange surfaces radiate soft mint luster with areas of slightly deep golden-brown color. The shield and olive leaves are nearly fully struck. Population: 19 in 65 (2 in 65+) Red, 1 finer. CAC: 6 in 65, 0 finer (1/21).(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 5NAR, PCGS# 3608, Greysheet# 2700)

Weight: 6.22 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & zinc


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Auction Dates
February, 2021
23rd-25th Tuesday-Thursday
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Sold on Feb 23, 2021 for: $11,400.00
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