1861-O Liberty Seated Half NGC (SS-Republic, Louisiana Issue)
Numismatic
1861-O Liberty Seated Half NGC (SS-Republic, Louisiana Issue)
This 1861 half dollar carries a physical connection to a turbulent era in American history. Struck at the New Orleans Mint, the silver coin features the classic Liberty Seated design on its obverse, showing Liberty resting on a rock while holding a staff topped with a liberty cap. Her other hand supports a shield inscribed with the word Liberty. The reverse displays a heraldic eagle clutching an olive branch and arrows, with a shield positioned over its chest. What makes this particular piece extraordinary is its preservation. Having survived a historic shipwreck, the coin has been officially certified as displaying a distinctive shipwreck effect. This physical characteristic tells a silent story of maritime disaster and ultimate recovery, offering a tangible link to the past that survives in its 0.3866 troy ounces of silver.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1861 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3599 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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