coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Seated Liberty Half Dollars \ 1865 \ Philadelphia
Seated Liberty Half Dollars are a type of coin produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1891, featuring a design by engraver Thomas Jefferson Headley. The 1865 issue was minted in Philadelphia, representing a significant year during the American Civil War. These coins are composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, with a diameter of 30.6 mm. Collectors value them for their historical significance, rarity, and intricate design, which includes the seated figure of Liberty holding a liberty cap and a shield.
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1865-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1865 | Philadelphia |
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1865-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Seated Liberty Half Dollars | 1865 | Philadelphia |