As of May, 2024, a 1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, BN in circulated condition is worth between $24.00 and $180.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $190.00 and $1,450.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $750.00 in the 05/20/2020 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 23.00 millimeters
Weight: 6.22 grams
Mintage: 13,640,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Bronze
Series: Shield Two Cents 1864-1872

1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-661,450.00
MS-65+950.00
MS-65850.00
MS-64+475.00
MS-64375.00
MS-63+350.00
MS-63335.00
MS-62+250.00
MS-62225.00
MS-61210.00
MS-60190.00
AU-58+180.00
AU-58170.00
AU-55+160.00
AU-55150.00
AU-53+125.00
AU-53120.00
AU-50+110.00
AU-50105.00
XF-45+100.00
XF-4595.00
XF-4085.00
VF-3570.00
VF-3062.00
VF-2555.00
VF-2050.00
F-1545.00
F-1240.00
VG-1028.00
VG-826.00
G-625.00
G-424.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State190.001,450.00514.55
About Uncirculated105.00180.00140.00
Extremely Fine85.00100.0093.33
Fine and Very Fine40.0070.0053.67
Good and Very Good24.0028.0025.75

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1865 Two Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1865 Two Cents, BN (Regular Strike)21.00145.00150.009,500.00
1865 Two Cents Plain 5, BN (Regular Strike)27.00145.00150.003,750.00
1865 Two Cents, BN (Proof)N/AN/A340.009,750.00
1865 Two Cents Plain 5, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A975.0027,500.00
1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A200.005,000.00
1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.0027,500.00
1865 Two Cents, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A160.0011,000.00
1865 Two Cents, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.0030,000.00
1865 Two Cents Plain 5, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A330.004,500.00
1865 Two Cents, RB (Proof)N/AN/A375.0013,500.00
1865 Two Cents, RD (Proof)N/AN/A575.0016,000.00
1865 Two Cents, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,750.0019,500.00
1865 Two Cents Plain 5 RPD FS-301 (002.3), BN (Regular Strike)70.00200.00225.001,600.00
1865 Two Cents RPD FS-1303, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A175.00175.00
1865 Two Cents DDO FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)32.00170.00185.00575.00
1865 Two Cents RPD FS-1301 (002.5), BN (Regular Strike)27.00140.00200.00475.00
1865 Two Cents RPD FS-1301, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A225.002,250.00
1865 Two Cents MPD FS-1304, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A175.00175.00
1865 Two Cents RPD FS-1301, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A250.004,850.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, Bn (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$71.00

Lowest Sale Price
$90.00

Highest Sale Price
$83.33

Average Sale Price
$71.00

Most Recent Sale Price
6

Number of Sales
$500.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66750.00750.00750.00
MS-65+293.75399.50338.11
MS-65408.00720.00564.00
MS-64+288.00384.00336.00
MS-64211.50312.00258.30
MS-63156.00185.00170.50
MS-62+120.00144.00132.00
MS-60100.00180.00131.67
AU-5871.0090.0083.33
AU-55+84.00120.0099.67
AU-5066.0075.0070.50
XF-4515.0063.0039.00
XF-4065.0065.0065.00
VF-3067.0067.0067.00
VF-2028.0028.0028.00
F-1518.0018.0018.00
PO-118.0053.0035.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $750.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Stack's Bowers dominates with 42.50% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / Great Collections with 37.50% / 12.50% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1865 Two Cents Fancy 5, BN (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0002/22/2023
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers264.0010/11/2022
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers720.0008/10/2022
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions67.0008/10/2022
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers408.0006/29/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0001/19/2022
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers120.0001/12/2022
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0001/12/2022
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers75.0011/30/2021
MS-60PCGSStack's Bowers115.0003/31/2021
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC185.0002/28/2021
AU-55+ANACSHeritage Auctions84.0010/28/2020
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0009/30/2020
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions71.0009/02/2020
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers264.0006/23/2020
MS-62+PCGSStack's Bowers144.0006/10/2020
MS-62+PCGSStack's Bowers120.0006/10/2020
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers95.0006/10/2020
MS-60PCGSStack's Bowers100.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers85.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers90.0006/10/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers156.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers85.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers90.0006/10/2020
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers750.0005/20/2020
VF-20PCGSDavid Lawrence RC28.0003/29/2020
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0003/15/2020
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0002/12/2020
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions79.0003/07/2017
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions293.7512/13/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions399.5009/20/2016
PO-1NONEGoldberg Auctioneers53.0006/06/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions330.1803/08/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions329.0001/10/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions211.5001/18/2015
XF-45ANACSGreat Collections15.0007/27/2014
AU-50ANACSGreat Collections66.0005/26/2013
F-15ANACSGreat Collections18.0004/29/2012
PO-1ANACSGreat Collections18.0003/11/2012
XF-45ANACSGreat Collections63.0010/02/2011