Sharply struck with choice original lustrous surfaces.

Well struck and lustrous with nice problem-free surfaces.

Bright lustrous copper-nickel tan surfaces. Sharply struck and problem-free.

A pleasing example of this scarce issue which saw a mintage of just 6,200 coins.  This piece exhibits rich, original gold color with warm honey and light orange highlights, complemented by strong cartwheel luster across both sides. Liberty’s portrait is crisply detailed, with excellent definition to the headdress feathers, hair strands, and facial features, reflecting […]

R-5. Similar to the regular issue dies, except the motto GOD OUR TRUST is set directly into the field without a scroll above the eagle. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. This is a lovely example with a gorgeous turquoise tint when tilted under a light.

R-3. Regular issue dies with a plain edge, but struck in bronze rather than the regular issue copper-nickel. Thin planchet variety struck with medallic alignment. This was the Mint’s first time to experiment with bronze. This sharply struck example blends a considerable amount of mint red with soft brown toning.

R-4. The obverse is similar to the regular issue obverse of 1864, with GOD OUR TRUST on the ribbon above the shield. The reverse shows the denomination 2 CENTS sharply curved in a wreath with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around. Struck in bronze with a plain edge. This example shows exceptional preservation with […]

A remarkable Gem survivor from the heart of the Civil War. This piece boasts brilliant, frosty luster across both sides, with razor-sharp detail in Liberty’s figure, shield, and surrounding stars. The reverse eagle is equally bold, showing crisp feather detail and a strong strike. Surfaces are outstanding for the issue, with only the faintest traces […]

A handsome Civil War–era Proof with strong visual appeal. Sharply struck throughout, the devices rise crisply from reflective fields that retain much original brilliance. Subtle silver-gray toning softens the mirrors and enhances contrast across Liberty’s figure and the eagle reverse.