Liberty Seated Half Dollars were minted by the United States from 1839 to 1891, characterized by a design featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a Liberty cap. The 1856 Liberty Seated Half Dollar, minted in San Francisco, is significant due to its rarity and the historical context of the era. Collectors value these coins not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their numismatic importance, as they represent a key period in American coinage history. The San Francisco mint produced coins with distinctive quality, adding to the desirability among collectors.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1856-S 50c 50c Liberty Seated Half Dollars 1856 San Francisco