1874 Liberty Seated Half Dollar Fine
Numismatic
1874 Liberty Seated Half Dollar Fine
The year 1874 saw the production of this silver half dollar, a fifty cent piece struck with 90 percent silver purity. Containing approximately 0.3617 troy ounces of precious metal, this coin represents a classic era of United States coinage. It survives today in Fine condition, showing honest wear that tells of its long journey through circulation. On the obverse, the design by Christian Gobrecht presents the figure of Liberty in a seated position. She holds a staff topped with a liberty cap in one hand while her other hand rests upon a shield. The reverse displays a detailed heraldic scene featuring an eagle perched upon a branch, clutching a trio of arrows, with a protective shield displayed across its chest. The lower rim of the reverse features the denomination, abbreviated as HALF DOL.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1874 |
| Grade | Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3617 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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