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1861-O Seated Liberty Silver Half Dollar 50C PCGS AU Detail
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1861-O Seated Liberty Silver Half Dollar 50C PCGS AU Detail
Bullion Exchanges is delighted to present the 1861-O Seated Liberty Silver Half Dollar 50C PCGS AU Detail for purchase! This Civil War-era silver half dollar contains 0.3866 troy oz of .900 fine silver and was struck at the New Orleans Mint (O mintmark). Professionally graded by PCGS as About Uncirculated Detail, it retains excellent definition, attractive original surfaces, and strong eye appeal for the grade. The obverse showcases the iconic Seated Liberty design, while the reverse features a heraldic eagle with shield. As a product of the turbulent 1861 year, this coin captures a pivotal moment in American history from one of the most important Southern mints.
Whether building a date set, assembling a type collection, or seeking tangible connections to America’s defining conflict, this coin delivers beauty, rarity, and story in one remarkable package.
Coin Specifications:
- Graded as AU Detail by PCGS
- Contains 0.3866 troy oz of .900 fine silver
- Produced by the US Mint
- Face value of $0.50, backed by the U.S. government
- Individual coin arrives inside an official PCGS holder
- Obverse: shows Lady Liberty sitting down with her shield in her right hand and the year of mintage below.
- Reverse: Depicts a bald eagle clutching arrows and a branch in its talons. Inscriptions read: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, and “HALF DOL.”
Why Buy This Half Dollar from Bullion Exchanges?
- Historic Focus: Expert curation of Civil War and 19th-century U.S. coinage
- Safe Delivery: Meticulous packaging and insurance for certified coins
- Strong Value: Attractive pricing on desirable PCGS-graded examples
- Enthusiast Support: Team passionate about numismatic history
- Verified Authenticity: Guaranteed genuine, slabbed coins from PCGS
Bullion Exchanges offers a rich assortment of Seated Liberty coinage and other important American silver pieces. Review current silver spot prices on our website and acquire this outstanding 1861-O Seated Liberty Silver Half Dollar. Contact our specialists with any questions — we’re here to help you bring home this significant piece of Civil War numismatics.
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