The 2 Cent Coin, also known as the Shield Two Cents, was produced by the United States Mint from 1864 to 1873. The 1871 Shield Two Cents coin features a design with a shield at the center, flanked by two scrolls bearing the inscriptions "In God We Trust" and "2 Cents." This particular coin is notable for its limited mintage and historical context, representing a transitional period in U.S. currency as the nation was recovering from the Civil War. Collectors value the 1871 Shield Two Cents for its unique design and relatively low production numbers compared to other denominations.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1871-P (Philadelphia) Shield Two Cents 2¢ (Two Cents) Shield Two Cents 1871 Philadelphia
1871-P (Philadelphia) Shield Two Cents 2¢ (Two Cents) Shield Two Cents 1871 Philadelphia
United States of America 1871 N/A Shield Two Cents 2¢ 2¢ (Two Cents) Shield Two Cents 1871 N/A