coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Flowing Hair Half Dollars \ 1794
The Flowing Hair Half Dollar, produced in 1794, was one of the first silver coins minted by the United States. This early coin features a depiction of Liberty with flowing hair on the obverse and a stylized eagle on the reverse. It is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage, with only a few thousand examples produced. The Flowing Hair design represents a pivotal moment in American numismatic history, marking the transition to a national currency system.