1858 Liberty Seated Half Dollar VF
Numismatic
1858 Liberty Seated Half Dollar VF
The year 1858 saw the production of this silver half dollar at the Philadelphia Mint. Struck in 0.900 fine silver, this fifty-cent piece carries a total silver content of 0.3775 troy ounces. It represents a classic era of United States coinage, showcasing the artistry of Christian Gobrecht through its detailed and symbolic engravings. On the obverse, a seated figure of Liberty faces right, holding a staff topped with a liberty cap in one hand while her other hand rests upon a shield inscribed with the word LIBERTY. The year 1858 is anchored at the bottom of the design. The reverse features an American eagle with its wings spread, perched upon an olive branch and holding three arrows in its talons. A shield is positioned across the eagle's chest, surrounded by the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOL.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1858 |
| Grade | Very Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3575 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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