coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Liberty Seated Half Dollars \ 1891 \ Philadelphia
Liberty Seated Half Dollars were produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1891, characterized by their depiction of Lady Liberty seated on a rock. The 1891 issue was struck in Philadelphia and features a design by engavers Christian Gobrecht and subsequently modified by others. The coins are composed of 90% silver and 10% copper and are notable among collectors for their historical significance and aesthetic appeal. The mintage for the 1891 Philadelphia coin was relatively low, making it sought after by numismatists.