1877 Liberty Seated Half Dollar VF
Numismatic
1877 Liberty Seated Half Dollar VF
The year 1877 marked a significant period for United States coinage, yielding a production of 8,304,000 half dollars from the Philadelphia Mint. This silver coin, struck with a purity of 0.900 and containing 0.3575 troy ounces of precious metal, showcases the enduring artistry of Christian Gobrecht. Known as the Liberty Seated half dollar, this fifty-cent piece represents a classic era of American numismatic design. On the obverse, Lady Liberty is depicted sitting gracefully, holding a staff topped with a liberty cap in one hand while her other hand rests upon a shield. This imagery is mirrored on the reverse by a detailed eagle perched on a branch. The eagle holds three arrows in its talons and bears a shield across its chest, surrounded by the denomination inscribed as HALF DOL. This particular specimen survives in Very Fine condition, allowing observers to appreciate the finer details of Gobrecht's mid-nineteenth-century work.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1877 |
| 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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