"In God We Trust" Coin, Currency & Stamp Collection

Three historic American "firsts."

• Over 160 years ago in 1864, president Abraham Lincoln authorized the first two-cent piece in American history — issued during the Civil War and at a time of intense religious sentiment, it was the first U.S. coin with “In God We Trust” in the design...but it was issued for circulation only until 1872, making it one of America’s shortest-lived coin series — today, this seldom seen coin is a prized collector’s item. Presented in circulated condition with most major design elements visible.
• The first U.S. currency note, the Series of 1957 $1 Silver Certificate, issued shortly after “In God We Trust” became the national motto — this was also the LAST $1 bank note series backed by silver, making it especially coveted by collectors, presented in crisp uncirculated condition.
• The collection is completed with the first U.S. postage stamp to display the motto “In God We Trust.” — issued almost a century ago in 1928, it commemorates the 150th anniversary of George Washington’s encampment at Valley Forge — a pivotal event in the Revolutionary War, and has been unavailable since the 1920s but it is presented in exquisite mint condition.
• To preserve their exceptional condition, each item is housed in a crystal-clear capsule, making it safe to examine both sides without fear of damage from dust, dirt or fingerprints.
• The collection comes with a deluxe wooden case that is designed to display the items in a museum-quality setting — featuring an elegant glass top and a lock and key for added security, it is the ideal way to safeguard the collection for future generations and a stylish addition to any home or office.