This coin is a Seated Liberty Dollar, minted in 1865 at the Philadelphia Mint, designated with the mint mark 'P'. The coin features a denomination of one dollar ($1) and is part of the iconic Seated Liberty series, known for its portrayal of Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a liberty cap on a pole. Struck with a total mintage of 46,500 pieces, this coin is crafted from silver, weighing approximately 26.73 grams and having a diameter of 38.1 millimeters. The Seated Liberty Dollar is well-regarded among collectors for its historical significance and aesthetic design, embodying the ideals of freedom and democracy. The coin is categorized under U.S. coins, representing both a financial and a cultural artifact from a pivotal period in American history. As a mint strike, it showcases the quality and detail typical of coins produced at the Philadelphia Mint during the 19th century. Collectors and numismatists appreciate this coin not only for its material value but also for the historical context it represents.
currency | USD |
currency-amount | 1 |
diameter | 38.1 |
height | 0 |
material | Silver |
mint-mark | P |
mintage | 46500 |
type | Coins |
weight | 26.73 |
width | 0 |
year-display | 1865 |