coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Liberty Seated Half Dollars \ 1839
Liberty Seated Half Dollars were minted in the United States from 1839 to 1891. The design features a seated figure of Liberty holding a shield and a liberty pole, with the denomination inscribed on the reverse. The 50 cent denomination became popular among collectors, particularly due to the coin's artistic design and the historical significance of the era. The 1839 edition is especially noteworthy, as it represents the beginning of the series and is sought after by numismatists for its rarity and condition.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1839 50c Drapery | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1839 | Philadelphia |
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1839 50c No Drapery | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1839 | Philadelphia |