As of May, 2024, a 1865 Two Cents Plain 5, BN in circulated condition is worth between $27.00 and $145.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $150.00 and $3,750.00, 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 $3,600.00 in the 09/17/2023 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, 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 Plain 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-66+3,750.00
MS-661,550.00
MS-65+675.00
MS-65550.00
MS-64+400.00
MS-64335.00
MS-63+300.00
MS-63260.00
MS-62+225.00
MS-62190.00
MS-61165.00
MS-60150.00
AU-58+145.00
AU-58140.00
AU-55+135.00
AU-55130.00
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-1035.00
VG-829.00
G-628.00
G-427.00

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 State150.003,750.00712.50
About Uncirculated105.00145.00126.25
Extremely Fine85.00100.0093.33
Fine and Very Fine40.0070.0053.67
Good and Very Good27.0035.0029.75

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 Fancy 5, BN (Regular Strike)24.00180.00190.001,450.00
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 Plain 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

$132.00

Lowest Sale Price
$240.00

Highest Sale Price
$178.00

Average Sale Price
$240.00

Most Recent Sale Price
9

Number of Sales
$1,602.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66+1,681.203,600.002,445.82
MS-65384.00480.00440.00
MS-64168.00312.00243.03
MS-63132.00240.00178.00
MS-62+144.00192.00168.00
MS-62132.00132.00132.00
MS-6179.0079.0079.00
MS-6084.00264.00152.33
AU-5879.0090.0086.33
AU-55+85.0085.0085.00
AU-5036.00180.0093.00
XF-45+88.0088.0088.00
VF-3047.0047.0047.00
VF-2024.0024.0024.00
G-416.0016.0016.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1865 Two Cents Plain 5, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from G-4 to MS-66+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66+ having the highest max price $3,600.00.

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 Plain 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 Plain 5, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 51.22% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 31.71% / 9.76% 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 Plain 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-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions3,600.0009/17/2023
MS-62+PCGSStack's Bowers192.0008/24/2023
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0007/05/2023
VF-20PCGSDavid Lawrence RC24.0004/02/2023
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers240.0006/29/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0006/08/2022
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions63.0006/01/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions229.2005/25/2022
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0004/28/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions456.0002/09/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0002/02/2022
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0002/02/2022
XF-45+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC88.0001/30/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0001/26/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0011/24/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,681.2011/14/2021
MS-62+NGCStack's Bowers144.0010/27/2021
VF-30PCGSDavid Lawrence RC47.0010/24/2021
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,056.2509/02/2021
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC275.0005/02/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0002/24/2021
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers384.0002/03/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0011/04/2020
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions79.0008/12/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers156.0006/10/2020
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers192.0006/10/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers144.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers90.0006/10/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers156.0006/10/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers132.0006/10/2020
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers85.0006/10/2020
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers90.0006/10/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0004/01/2020
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions79.0003/25/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0012/18/2019
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions186.0004/03/2019
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions180.0003/20/2019
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0002/20/2018
MS-62NGCStack's Bowers132.0004/16/2013
G-4ANACSGreat Collections16.0005/13/2012
AU-50ANACSGreat Collections36.0004/08/2012