coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $1 (One Dollar) \ Seated Dollars \ 1842
Seated Dollars were a type of silver coin issued by the United States from 1840 to 1873, featuring a design that depicts Liberty seated on a rock, holding a pole topped with a Liberty cap. The 1842 Seated Dollar, struck during a period of significant economic change, is sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and artistic design. The coin typically contains 90% silver and is notable for its variations in mintage, with some years being particularly rare and valuable in the numismatic market.
