As of May, 2024, a 1869 Two Cents, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $350.00 and $11,000.00, 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 $6,013.20 in the 12/19/2021 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: 1,546,500
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Bronze
Series: Shield Two Cents 1864-1872

1869 Two Cents, Rb (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6711,000.00
MS-66+6,750.00
MS-663,250.00
MS-65+1,600.00
MS-651,250.00
MS-64+850.00
MS-64700.00
MS-63+650.00
MS-63600.00
MS-62+475.00
MS-62425.00
MS-61385.00
MS-60350.00

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 State350.0011,000.002,175.77

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 1869 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1869 Two Cents, BN (Regular Strike)21.00275.00300.001,750.00
1869 Two Cents, BN (Proof)N/AN/A340.005,500.00
1869 Two Cents RPD FS-302, BN (Regular Strike)30.00290.00315.001,000.00
1869 Two Cents RPD FS-302, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A360.003,250.00
1869 Two Cents, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,050.0026,000.00
1869 Two Cents MPD & RPD FS-301, BN (Regular Strike)110.00290.00315.001,100.00
1869 Two Cents MPD & RPD FS-301, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A750.001,800.00
1869 Two Cents MPD & RPD FS-301, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,200.005,500.00
1869 Two Cents, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,850.0010,000.00
1869 Two Cents, RB (Proof)N/AN/A375.0013,000.00
1869 Two Cents, RD (Proof)N/AN/A575.0036,500.00

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.

1869 Two Cents, Rb (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

$150.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,280.00

Highest Sale Price
$499.14

Average Sale Price
$552.00

Most Recent Sale Price
77

Number of Sales
$38,433.54

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-673,600.006,013.204,806.60
MS-66+5,520.005,520.005,520.00
MS-661,528.003,525.002,508.36
MS-65+368.001,725.001,027.54
MS-65660.003,840.001,087.02
MS-64+552.003,720.002,136.00
MS-64150.002,280.00499.14
MS-63161.00705.00356.22
MS-62176.252,530.00517.06
XF-4560.0060.0060.00
PO-1907.50907.50907.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1869 Two Cents, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $6,013.20.

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 1869 Two Cents, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1869 Two Cents, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 79.19% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 6.60% / 3.55% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1869 Two Cents, RB (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-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0011/19/2023
MS-65NGCScotsman1,239.0011/03/2023
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers3,600.0006/16/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions750.0005/10/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0004/17/2023
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers2,280.0003/29/2023
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions360.0001/25/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions990.0012/18/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions468.0007/21/2022
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers480.0006/29/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,280.0006/22/2022
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers3,840.0006/17/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers780.0006/17/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions6,013.2012/19/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0012/01/2021
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions444.0008/18/2021
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,585.0007/15/2021
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions504.0008/26/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0006/17/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0005/20/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,560.0004/29/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions492.0004/29/2020
MS-64+NGCHeritage Auctions3,720.0003/25/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0003/04/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0001/15/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,320.0001/12/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0012/11/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions697.2012/07/2019
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers408.0009/04/2019
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers840.0008/20/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0008/18/2019
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,140.0007/14/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0006/26/2019
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC550.0005/12/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0004/28/2019
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers408.0003/20/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,640.0003/16/2019
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions504.0002/06/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0002/03/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions750.0002/03/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0001/14/2019
PO-1NONELegend Rare Coin Auctions907.5012/16/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions492.0012/14/2018
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions348.0011/14/2018
MS-66PCGSScotsman2,760.0011/02/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0010/24/2018
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions962.5009/16/2018
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0009/09/2018
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,225.2008/19/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions432.0007/15/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions870.0006/17/2018
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers456.0006/13/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions456.0004/24/2018
MS-65NGCKagin's780.0003/08/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions960.0002/22/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,260.0002/22/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0002/22/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0002/20/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0002/20/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0001/16/2018
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0001/03/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,520.0009/07/2017
MS-62PCGSStack's Bowers223.2506/21/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0006/08/2017
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,025.0005/15/2017
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,175.0004/05/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions470.0001/10/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions910.6301/04/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.2510/31/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions734.3810/31/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0010/03/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5009/07/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7508/10/2016
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,057.5008/09/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions481.7507/07/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions423.0005/03/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions199.7501/10/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions969.3801/06/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions763.7512/03/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,527.5006/07/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,233.7504/26/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0004/26/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/01/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,540.4301/07/2015
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections1,375.0010/26/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections1,733.6010/12/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0009/04/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions411.2509/04/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections687.5008/10/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0008/05/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5008/05/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions470.0007/10/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections454.3006/08/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,938.6804/23/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions440.6303/21/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0002/03/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions419.4802/03/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions763.7502/03/2014
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions1,057.5002/03/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0001/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2501/08/2014
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions176.2512/09/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,528.0012/05/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions764.0012/05/2013
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,645.0011/15/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0011/01/2013
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC280.0010/06/2013
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions329.0008/08/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions470.0004/24/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions247.0003/21/2013
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions188.0002/25/2013
MS-63NGCGreat Collections288.0002/24/2013
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions329.0011/29/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers440.6311/16/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0009/06/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0007/12/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0007/12/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0005/30/2012
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions575.0004/18/2012
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers535.0003/22/2012
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions978.0003/12/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions549.0003/08/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0001/03/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0012/08/2011
MS-65+NGCStack's Bowers863.0011/15/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0011/08/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0010/13/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions334.0010/13/2011
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions805.0009/07/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0007/07/2011
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC1,236.0004/21/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions489.0001/05/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions748.0008/11/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0003/24/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0010/22/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions532.0009/11/2009
MS-65+NGCBowers & Merena978.0006/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0003/01/2009
MS-63ANACSCoin Galleries575.0003/01/2009
XF-45ICGHeritage Auctions60.0002/23/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions360.0002/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0010/01/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0009/01/2008
MS-65+PCGSStack's1,265.0007/27/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0005/28/2008
MS-65+NGCSuperior Galleries805.0005/26/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0001/09/2008
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC273.0009/10/2007
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions196.0007/18/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions374.0005/15/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions748.0005/01/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions805.0004/09/2007
MS-65+PCGSStack's1,610.0003/01/2007
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC288.0002/05/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions748.0002/01/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions978.0002/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/15/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0001/10/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/09/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0001/09/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/09/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/09/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/01/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions748.0009/13/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0006/06/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions690.0002/09/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions575.0001/01/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions546.0011/02/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions466.0009/01/2005
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC345.0006/27/2005
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions276.0006/06/2005
MS-66NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities2,185.0003/08/2005
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions575.0012/08/2004
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions202.0009/15/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions776.0001/07/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions207.0011/17/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0009/10/2003
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions230.0008/13/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions414.0005/05/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0003/12/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions288.0001/13/2003
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions368.0007/27/2002
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions299.0006/09/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions270.0006/09/2002
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions449.0004/24/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions311.0001/06/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions242.0001/06/2001
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions345.0001/04/2001
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions230.0011/23/2000
MS-64NONEHeritage Auctions265.0011/16/2000
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions150.0006/07/2000
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions604.0001/08/2000
MS-62ANACSBowers & Merena2,530.0001/04/1995
MS-64NONEStack's523.0010/01/1992