coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Liberty Seated Half Dollars \ 1862 \ San Francisco
The Liberty Seated Half Dollar, minted from 1839 to 1891, features a design by Gilbert Stuart and depicts Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a pole with a Liberty cap. The 1862 Liberty Seated Half Dollar produced at the San Francisco mint is considered a noteworthy collectible due to its historical context during the Civil War era and the limited mintage of certain years. Collectors often seek these coins for their artistic design, historical significance, and potential for numismatic value.
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1862-S 50c | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1862 | San Francisco |