1872 [PROOF] Two Cent — Coin Value
Two CentWhat the 1872 [PROOF] Two Cent is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1872 [PROOF] Two Cent value — Ungraded $1,303 · MS62 $3,229. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 2.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If budget is the main concern, buy the Standard 1872 Two Cent for $388. The PROOF version at $1438 offers a superior presentation and collectible status, appealing to serious enthusiasts. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard for solid ownership, while those seeking the highest aesthetic quality and investment potential should opt for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Two Cent
- Year
- 1872
- Release date
- January 1, 1872
1872 [PROOF] Two Cent value
A raw (ungraded) 1872 [PROOF] Two Cent runs around $1303, a certified MS62 about $3229, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
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 | $1,303 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $3,229 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $55.99 / $1,150 / $74,000 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 22, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $55.99–$74,000.00 (median $1,149.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded 1872 Two Cent?
- An ungraded 1872 Two Cent coin is valued around $1859 on the marketplace.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth?
- An MS62 graded example of the 1872 Two Cent sells for $3034, significantly higher than ungraded.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This specific coin belongs to the Two Cent series and was minted in the year 1872.