1864 PCGS MS64 RB Large Motto CAC

1864 PCGS MS64 RB Large Motto CAC

A handsome and sharply struck example of this historic Civil War–era issue, displaying warm red-brown coloration with flashes of original mint luster dancing across the fields. The devices are crisply rendered, with bold definition in the wreath and shield, while the surfaces remain clean and problem-free for the grade. The coveted Large Motto variety—featuring the strengthened “IN GOD WE TRUST” inscription—is particularly appealing here, further enhanced by CAC approval confirming its solid quality within the grade. A pleasing, high-end survivor from the first year of the two-cent denomination, offering both eye appeal and historical significance.

Struck during the pivotal year of 1864, this coin reflects a nation deeply entrenched in the American Civil War. That same year saw Abraham Lincoln secure re-election, ensuring the continuation of the Union war effort. It was also in 1864 that the phrase “In God We Trust” made its first appearance on U.S. coinage, a direct response to increased public sentiment for faith and unity during wartime. The introduction of the two-cent piece itself was driven by a shortage of small change, as precious metal coins vanished from circulation. As such, this issue stands not only as a collectible artifact but as a tangible connection to one of the most defining periods in American history.

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