These dies were used in a combination of metals and edge treatments. J-52. buckled die (but not perfect die) examples of J-54, and varieties J-54, and J-55 to J-56a are restrikes. J-53 coins are original, and perfect die (weight about 60 grains) specimens of J-54 are not original. Originals are from circulation type (non-Proof) die finish; all others are with Proof finish. Some of J-53 were pickled at the Mint to simulate their appearance after a degree of circulation; such coins quickly turned dull gray or black.2 J-52: restrike, medal turn. J-53: original, coin turn, non-Proof dies (as struck, reeding coarse). J-54: cracked obverse die, medal turn. J-55: restrike, medal turn.3 J-55a: restrike, medal turn. J-55b: restrike, medal turn, struck as PE, but later given RE (reeded after striking, delicate reeding4) J-56 and J-56a: existence is uncertain.
| coinage-type | Pattern |
| desg | MS |
| edge | Reeded |
| material | Billon |
| ngc-id | 2967 |
| obverse-description | Perched small eagle similar to that used for the reverse of Draped Bust silver coinage of the late 1790s. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / 1836 surrounds. |
| pcgs-link | 11197 |
| pcgs-number | 11197 |
| reverse-description | Heavy wreath close to the border, enclosing TWO CENTS. |
| variety | Billon |
| variety-2 | J-53 |
| year-display | 1836 |