As of May, 2024, a 1869 Two Cents, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1,050.00 and $26,000.00, 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 $22,800.00 in the 09/17/2020 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, Rd (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6726,000.00
MS-66+16,000.00
MS-667,750.00
MS-65+5,000.00
MS-652,600.00
MS-64+2,000.00
MS-641,550.00
MS-63+1,250.00
MS-631,050.00

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 State1,050.0026,000.007,022.22

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, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A350.0011,000.00
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, Rd (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

$863.00

Lowest Sale Price
$11,162.50

Highest Sale Price
$3,074.35

Average Sale Price
$4,230.00

Most Recent Sale Price
23

Number of Sales
$70,710.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6720,400.0022,800.0021,600.00
MS-663,360.0015,275.007,836.09
MS-65+863.0011,162.503,074.35
MS-651,560.004,800.002,510.63
MS-64+1,680.001,680.001,680.00
MS-64633.001,880.001,260.84
MS-63546.00546.00546.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1869 Two Cents, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $22,800.00.

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 1869 Two Cents, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1869 Two Cents, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 76.12% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Legend Rare Coin Auctions with 8.96% / 7.46% 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, RD (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-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,680.0004/10/2023
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers900.0003/29/2023
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers1,440.0008/31/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0005/11/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0005/08/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0003/21/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions20,400.0001/16/2022
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers3,360.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,400.0008/22/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers4,800.0012/21/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,480.0011/22/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions22,800.0009/17/2020
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers2,040.0008/11/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,860.0008/09/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,520.0008/09/2020
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,762.5003/26/2020
MS-65+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,230.0001/30/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,840.0012/07/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,680.0010/24/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,840.0008/18/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,000.0002/03/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0001/14/2019
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions9,106.2509/27/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0008/19/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0006/17/2018
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers4,320.0003/21/2018
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,640.0001/03/2018
MS-65+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions5,522.5012/14/2017
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,290.0009/29/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5009/07/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions705.0008/10/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0004/27/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9,987.5001/06/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,820.0009/20/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0002/01/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions11,162.5010/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/03/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions15,275.0001/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0009/25/2013
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0006/01/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0001/05/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0008/11/2010
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions3,450.0005/01/2009
MS-65+NGCBowers & Merena3,335.0001/01/2009
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,553.0004/01/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/09/2008
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions2,588.0007/12/2007
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC4,083.0007/09/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions978.0002/01/2007
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC2,185.0001/08/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions633.0001/01/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0011/29/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0009/13/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,610.0008/13/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions13,800.0004/26/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0004/26/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/01/2006
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC546.0011/28/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,731.0011/04/2004
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,610.0005/05/2004
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions863.0007/26/2003
MS-65+PCGSKingswood Galleries2,070.0001/16/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0011/21/2002
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0011/15/2001