coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ H10c \ Liberty Seated Half Dimes \ 1856 \ New Orleans
The Liberty Seated Half Dime, specifically the 1856 issue from the New Orleans Mint (designated as H10c), is a notable collectible coin in U.S. numismatics. It features a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht, depicting Lady Liberty seated on a rock, with the word "LIBERTY" inscribed. The reverse showcases a wreath surrounding the denomination "H10C" for ten cents. Coins from the New Orleans Mint are especially sought after due to their historical significance and lower mintage. Collectors value the 1856 version for its role in the evolution of U.S. coinage and its association with the Liberty Seated series.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1856-O H10c | H10c | Liberty Seated Half Dimes | 1856 | New Orleans |