coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Seated Liberty Half Dollars \ 1853
The Seated Liberty Half Dollar, minted from 1839 to 1891, features a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1853 issue is notable for its addition of the "Arrows" indicating a change in weight due to inflationary pressures and later reinstatement of silver content. The coin displays Lady Liberty seated, holding a liberty cap and a shield, symbolizing freedom and protection. Collectors value the 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dollar for its historical significance and varying mintages, making it a sought-after item in numismatic circles.
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1853-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1853 | New Orleans |
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1853-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1853 | Philadelphia |
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1853-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1853 | Philadelphia |
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1853-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1853 | Philadelphia |
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United States of America 1853 N/A Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1853 | N/A |