USA 2 Cents 1864 Grade: VF Catalog: KM#94 Composition: Copper Weight: 6.19 g
A precondition for the issuance of several new coins - 2 cents, 3 cents, and 5 cents were financial difficulties during the civil war in the United States.
The shield with 13 vertical stripes located in the center should symbolize the consistency and unity of the state, which was very important during the current events. The motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is placed above the shield. On the sides of the shield are two olive branches - symbols of peace. Under the shield marked the year of coinage. It was on the 2 cents coin that the inscription "In God We Trust" appeared for the first time. The coin was discontinued in accordance with the monetary act of 1873.