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Liberty Seated Half Dollars are a type of collectible coin minted in the United States from 1839 to 1891, with the 1843 issue struck at the Philadelphia Mint. These coins feature a depiction of Lady Liberty seated and holding a shield in one hand and a pole topped with a liberty cap in the other. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance and artistry, with varying rarity depending on the specific year and mint mark. The 50-cent denomination, known as the half dollar, is particularly sought after by numismatists for its design and the context of its circulation during the mid-19th century in America.