coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Seated Liberty Half Dollars \ 1856 \ Philadelphia
The Seated Liberty Half Dollar, issued by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1891, features the iconic Liberty seated on a rock, holding a liberty cap and a shield. The 1856 version, minted in Philadelphia, is part of the "Fifty Cents" denomination. These coins are composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, and they are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and distinctive design. The 1856 Seated Liberty Half Dollar showcases variations in minting qualities that can affect its numismatic value.
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1856-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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1856-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1856 | Philadelphia |