Liberty Seated Quarters were minted in the United States from 1838 to 1891, featuring a design by Thomas William Cowperthwaite. The 25-cent coins bear a depiction of Lady Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a cap, symbolizing freedom. The 1844 New Orleans mint mark (O) indicates that the coin was produced at the New Orleans Mint, which operated from 1838 until the Civil War. Collectors often seek out these quarters for their historical significance and variety, including differences in mintage and condition. The 1844-O example is particularly valued due to its lower mintage and the overall popularity of the Liberty Seated design among numismatists.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1844-O 25c 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1844 New Orleans
1844-O 25c BM 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1844 New Orleans