coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Liberty Seated Half Dollars \ 1869
The Liberty Seated Half Dollar, struck between 1839 and 1891, showcases a female figure representing Liberty seated on a rock, holding a cap and a shield. The design was created by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1869 Liberty Seated Half Dollar features the date prominently on the obverse, while the reverse displays an eagle with a shield, surrounded by a laurel wreath. Coins from this era are significant to collectors due to their historical value, artistic design, and varying mintages, making certain dates and varieties highly sought after.
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1869 50c | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1869 | Philadelphia |
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1869 50c | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1869 | Philadelphia |
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1869-S 50c | 50c | Liberty Seated Half Dollars | 1869 | San Francisco |