Whitman Expo
1859 Transitional Half Dime PR Reverse of 1860 Values
Details
Obverse design of 1859 with the reverse design of 1860. The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA do not appear on the coin anywhere which is extremely unusual. The coin is usually considered a pattern design but widely collected by specialists of the series.
This coin is made of 90% silver; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $2.40
Obverse: Lady Liberty is seated on a rock, holding a staff, and bearing a shield with the word LIBERTY on a flowing ribbon. 13 stars have adorn the periphery and the date appears at the bottom center.
Reverse: The words HALF DIME are centered and surrounded by an ornate wreath tied by ribbon and double bow at the bottom.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
20
Coinage Type:
Seated Liberty half dime
Coinage Years:
1859-1860
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Transitional
Variety 2:
Reverse of 1860
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
1.24 gr
Weight:
0.0399 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0359 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
15.5 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1859
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
HALF, DIME
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
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