The Seated Liberty Half Dollar is a type of collectible coin in the United States, minted between 1839 and 1891. The 1851 Seated Liberty Half Dollar specifically, minted in New Orleans, features a design with Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a liberty pole. These coins are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and varying mintages, with the New Orleans mint marking adding to its uniqueness. Condition, rarity, and demand heavily influence their market value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1851-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1851 New Orleans