1857 Seated Liberty Half Dime - Philadelphia Mint 90% Silver
Historic 1857 Seated Liberty Half Dime, a tiny silver piece from pre-Civil War America. Features Liberty seated with stars and shield obverse, wreath reverse. Struck in 90% silver during turbulent times—this coin likely circulated through westward expansion and economic change. Rare survivor perfect for type sets or early U.S. silver collectors.
Country:
United States
Composition:
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Denomination:
Half Dime
Mintage:
7,280,000
Weight:
0.04 ounces / 1.24 grams
Dimensions:
Diameter 15.5 mm, Thickness 1.95 mm
Lettering and Edging:
Obverse: Stars around, LIBERTY on shield, 1857; Reverse: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF DIME; Reeded Edge
Strike Type:
Business Strike
Variety:
None noted
Coin Designer and Design:
Christian Gobrecht (Seated Liberty design)
Condition - Circulated with wear, toning, and surface marks - See Pictures
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