1870 Two Cent — Coin Value
Two CentWhat the 1870 Two Cent is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1870 Two Cent value — Ungraded $32 · MS62 $384 · MS66 $4,694. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 146.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own an 1870 Two Cent, purchase the Standard version for $39. The premium versions offer significant differences: DOUBLE DIE FS-101 ($63) and DOUBLE DIE ($56) signify specific die characteristics, while the PROOF ($886) represents the highest quality, specialized mintage. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to Standard, while those seeking verifiable scarcity or superior condition should invest in the DOUBLE DIE or PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Two Cent
- Year
- 1870
1870 Two Cent value
A raw (ungraded) 1870 Two Cent runs around $32, a certified MS62 about $384, and a high-grade MS66 commands $4694.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $32 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $384 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $4,694 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1870 Two Cent?
- An ungraded 1870 Two Cent is currently valued at $27.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 condition is valued at $4,873, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $388.
- What is the highest listed price for this 1870 Two Cent?
- The highest recorded value for the 1870 Two Cent is $4,873 for an MS66 example.