coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Seated Liberty Half Dollars \ 1843 \ New Orleans
Seated Liberty Half Dollars were minted in the United States from 1839 to 1891, featuring the iconic Seated Liberty design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1843-dated coins include a variety struck in New Orleans, known for their distinctive "O" mint mark. The Fifty Cents denomination, particularly in the context of the Seated Liberty series, holds significant appeal for collectors due to its historical value and the variety of factors affecting rarity and condition. Coins from the New Orleans Mint often exhibit unique characteristics attributable to the minting practices of the era.
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1843-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1843 | New Orleans |