This coin is an 1838 Seated Liberty Half Dime from the New Orleans Mint, distinguished by its 'O' mint mark. It has a denomination of 5 cents (nickel) and is crafted from silver, featuring a diameter of 15.5 millimeters and a weight of 1.34 grams. The Seated Liberty series is known for its iconic imagery, embodying the representation of liberty seated on a rock, which was a popular design during the mid-19th century. With a limited mintage of only 70,000 pieces, this particular half dime is a collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike. Its production type is classified as a mint strike, ensuring the coin bears crisp details and vibrant features that can be appreciated by collectors. As a piece from the early United States coinage era, the 1838 Seated Liberty Half Dime captures the essence of American monetary history and remains a treasured part of coin collections.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 15.5 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Silver |
| mint-mark | O |
| mintage | 70000 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 1.34 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1838 |