The Seated Liberty Half Dollar, minted from 1839 to 1891, occupies a distinguished place in American numismatic history and remains a perennial favorite among collectors of classic United States coinage. Its lengthy production span, encompassing numerous design variations, mint marks, and key dates, offers collectors a richly layered series to pursue across multiple grades and varieties. This beautiful 1861 piece was issued as national strife boiled over into armed conflict at the outset of the American Civil War. Today, certified 1861 Seated Liberty Half Dollars are available at JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with a protective plastic slab!
• 23rd issue of Seated Liberty Half Dollars!
• Declared mintage of 2,887,400 coins at Philadelphia!
• Contains .3575 troy oz of actual silver content.
• The face value of $.50 (USD) is backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 62 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• On the obverse is the Seated Liberty design.
• The reverse features the heraldic eagle.

The 1861 Seated Liberty Half Dollar holds a uniquely compelling position in American coinage history, as it was struck during the turbulent opening year of the Civil War, a conflict that would profoundly reshape the nation. Collectors are drawn to the 1861 issue not only for its Civil War provenance but also for the challenge of distinguishing and attributing its various die marriages and production origins.

All 1861 Seated Liberty Half Dollar Coins available here are in Mint State 62 condition. MS62 coins have generally acceptable eye appeal with clusters of small marks throughout, and a few larger marks or nicks are possible in the primary focal areas. Hairlines will be noticeable on an MS62 specimen.

On the obverse of 1861 Seated Liberty Coins, you will find Christian Gobrecht’s graceful depiction of Liberty seated upon a rock, draped in flowing robes and holding a shield in her left hand, while her right hand grasps a pole topped with a liberty cap. Thirteen stars arc around the perimeter of the coin, with the date positioned at the bottom.

The reverse of the 1861 Seated Liberty Half Dollar presents a heraldic eagle with outstretched wings at its center, clutching arrows and an olive branch in its talons, with a shield at its breast. This field includes the nation of issue and denomination of the coin.

Please contact JM Bullion if you have any questions about historic 90% silver coins. Our team can assist you at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.