coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Liberty Seated Half Dollars \ 1859 \ Philadelphia
Liberty Seated Half Dollars were minted by the United States from 1839 to 1891 and feature the iconic Liberty design created by engraver Thomas Sullivan. The 1859 Philadelphia mint issue, distinguished by its "1859" date on the obverse and the Seated Liberty motif, is a notable example of this type. Coins from this series are valued not only for their silver content but also for their historical significance and artistry, attracting collectors due to variations in rarity and condition.