Description:
Offered here is a raw 1864 Two Cent Piece, Large Motto variety, featuring a dramatic 180-degree rotated reverse die alignment — an eye-catching mint error that adds a rare twist to this historic Civil War-era issue. The coin displays clear circulation wear with solid detail and strong legibility on both obverse and reverse. A great opportunity for collectors of early U.S. mint errors and varieties.
Specifications:
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Denomination: Two Cents
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Year of Issue: 1864
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Mint: Philadelphia (no mintmark)
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Variety: Large Motto
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Error: 180° Rotated Reverse Die
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Series: Two Cent Piece (1864–1873)
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Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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Diameter: 23.0 mm
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Weight: 6.22 grams
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Grade: Raw – Circulated
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Certification: Not certified
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Holder: Supplied in archival 2x2 flip
Highlights:
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Rare 180-degree reverse die rotation – dramatic misalignment visible when flipped vertically
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Large Motto variety – the first U.S. coin to bear “IN GOD WE TRUST”
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A true mint error from the Civil War period
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Readable date, motto, and shield with solid eye appeal despite circulation
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Excellent for error collectors, U.S. type set builders, or numismatists specializing in die varieties
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A standout piece from one of America’s most historic coin series
Historical Note:
The Two Cent Piece, designed by James B. Longacre, made its debut in 1864 as part of the Mint’s response to the coin shortages of the Civil War. It was also the first coin to carry the now-standard motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.”The Large Motto variety became the basis for all future Two Cent designs.
This example is particularly notable for its 180° rotated die error, an uncommon but well-documented phenomenon caused by misalignment during die installation. These dramatic rotation errors are especially popular among collectors of U.S. mint mistakes and early U.S. coinage anomalies.
Add a true numismatic conversation piece to your collection — an early American coin with bold symbolism and a dramatic mint error.
