Collectible coins encompass various categories, including numismatic coins, bullion coins, and commemorative coins. In the United States, the five-cent nickel and the half dime were prominent denominations, with the Seated Liberty design being particularly notable. The Seated Liberty Half Dime was minted from 1837 to 1873, and the year 1856 is significant as it represents a specific strike of this denomination. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance, design intricacies, and condition, making them sought-after items in numismatic circles.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1856-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 1856 New Orleans
1856-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 1856 Philadelphia
1856-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) Seated Liberty Half Dimes 1856 Philadelphia