The Seated Liberty Half Dollar was a series of coins minted in the United States from 1839 to 1891, featuring a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1871 Seated Liberty Half Dollar is notable for its depiction of Liberty seated on a rock, holding a liberty cap and a shield. This specific coin, minted at a time when the nation was undergoing significant changes, has become a collectible item due to its historical context and artistic design. The 50-cent denomination plays a crucial role in American numismatics, representing both commerce and the rich history of U.S. coinage.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1871-CC (Carson City) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1871 Carson City
1871-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1871 Philadelphia
1871-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1871 Philadelphia
1871-S (San Francisco) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1871 San Francisco
United States of America 1871 N/A Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1871 N/A