{"product_id":"1865-two-cent-piece-civil-war-era-u-s-coin-in-god-we-trust-first-appearance-vf-details","title":"1865 Two Cent Piece – Civil War Era U.S. Coin – \"In God We Trust\" First Appearance – Fine Details","description":"\u003cp\u003eOffered here is an \u003cstrong\u003e1865 Two Cent Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, a historic U.S. coin struck during the final year of the Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is especially significant as it marks the \u003cstrong\u003efirst appearance of the motto \"In God We Trust\" on U.S. coinage\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a cornerstone piece for collectors of American history and numismatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coin features the classic shield design on the obverse and a wreath surrounding the denomination on the reverse, representing unity and resilience during a pivotal period in U.S. history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🪙 Coin Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1865\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two Cents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% Copper, 5% Tin \u0026amp; Zinc (Bronze)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shield Two Cent Piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Civil War \/ Reconstruction Period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔍 Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong central design elements visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear date and readable legends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven wear across high points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural, original surfaces with aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 A solid, problem-free circulated example with strong historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📜 Historical Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst U.S. coin to feature \"In God We Trust\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIssued during the Civil War era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflects a major shift in American cultural and monetary history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The first U.S. coin to carry 'In God We Trust' — struck at the turning point of American history.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lion Quality Coins \u0026 Currency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51440476913888,"sku":"912","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9382\/5504\/files\/PXL_20260326_194339781.PORTRAIT.jpg?v=1776154188","url":"https:\/\/www.rarity-rack.com\/products\/1865-two-cent-piece-civil-war-era-u-s-coin-in-god-we-trust-first-appearance-vf-details","provider":"Rarity Rack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}