The Seated Liberty Half Dollar was issued by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1891, featuring a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1872 Seated Liberty Half Dollar prominently displays Lady Liberty seated with a shield and a liberty cap. This specific coin is part of the Fifty Cents denomination, which is commonly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and intricate design. The 1872 version is notable for its lower mintage compared to other years, contributing to its appeal among numismatists.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1872-CC (Carson City) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1872 Carson City
1872-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1872 Philadelphia
1872-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1872 Philadelphia
1872-S (San Francisco) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1872 San Francisco
United States of America 1872 N/A Seated Liberty Half Dollars 50¢ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Seated Liberty Half Dollars 1872 N/A