coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Seated Liberty Half Dimes \ 1860 \ New Orleans
The 1860 Seated Liberty Half Dime is a notable collectible coin minted in New Orleans as part of the Seated Liberty series, which features the iconic representation of Liberty seated. This half dime, valued at five cents, is made of 90% silver and 10% copper, reflecting the coinage standards of the period. The New Orleans mint mark, "O," signifies its origin, making these coins particularly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and lower mintage compared to other mint locations.
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1860-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Half Dimes | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Seated Liberty Half Dimes | 1860 | New Orleans |