1861 o half dollar die crack error

Liberty seated half dollar us rare coin investments. Thus regular 1861 half dollars with this crack probably were used by the. Collector discovers 1861o half dollar in roll coin world. Lscc egobrecht archives search indexes liberty seated half. One major variety of the 1861 o seated liberty half dollar features a small crack on the obverse of the coin. Lscc egobrecht archives search indexes liberty seated. The original wileybugert book on seated halves is posted on david lawrence rare coins website under the stella section. When it comes to a confederate half dollar or confederate states of america half dollar, you either have a very valuable coin or something worth virtually nothing. Confederate states of america half dollar 1861 copy value.

Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Dentils are around the periphery of both sides of the seated liberty half dollar. Dont forget to like and subscribe so we can build the community and stay in touch. This coin shares an obverse with the four known confederate half dollars. Xf40 has the largest selection of seated liberty half dollar, rare coins, currency, bullion and foreign coins. Now the 1861o 12 dollar was minted by the federal government first, then the state of louisiana and finally the csa. Jun 18, 2011 heres a little more about the article on 1861 o halves.

The 1861o half dollar has to be considered as a classic example of those fascinating, historic and fun coins. Republic confederate states of america issue seated liberty half dollar rare confederate states of america issue silver coin struck for just one month. The 1861 o half dollar is perhaps one of the most interesting issues in all of u. What is the value of an 1861 us half dollar answers. Id guess than a goodly number of these scott restrikes still exist, perhaps 300 to 400. Liberty seated half price list gerry fortin rare coins. Top 5 most valuable small dollar coin varieties youtube. The half dollar was an extremely useful coin during the 19th century, and this type generally was coined in large. Please check pictures for additional condition information.

January 2005 1861o proof half dollar on display at the new orleans mint. Consider adding some of this as a comment for the 1861o half dollar. Coast to coast coins specializes in seated liberty half dollar including 1861 o. Reverse seated liberty half dollar for sale antique. And the same error in two other denominations rich uhrich. Details about 1861o branch mint proof sp62 unique from. Where can i get info on 1861o half dollar varieties.

Many of the coins listed are accompanied by photos. Shop 1861 o seated liberty half dollar shipwreck coin ss republic half dollar various grades ngc and more authentic and unique collectibles coins at amazons collectible coins store. The 1861 us confederate half dollar what to know january 7, 2020 kmfranck 2 comments 1861, coin news, coin tips, coin values, confederate half dollar, dollar coins when it comes to a confederate half dollar or confederate states of america half dollar, you either have a very. I will answer any questions to the best of my knowledge. Liberty seated half dollar articles by coinage date. This is a beautiful coin with solid detail and outstanding original surfaces. This 1861 o liberty seated half dollar has nice good details on both sides with an attractive original tone. There is no dispute, the 1861o half dollar is not rare. I fell in love with coin roll hunting a while back, ive always been obsessed with treasure hunting. Details about 1861o branch mint proof sp62 unique from these. There were something like 4 pieces made of the real deal at the new orleans mint during the war. Most liberty seated half dollars issues from the 1840s are readily. The ship was carrying much needed supplies and coinage to new orleans which was recovering from the civil war. I would like to know if this 1861o half dollar can be attributed to federal, louisiana or confederate production.

The philadelphia issues of 1846 had a medium date, a tall date, and a 6 over. Seated liberty half dollar silver coin ngc au details. The 1861o half dollar is perhaps one of the most interesting issues in all of u. Seated liberty half dollars half dollars coast to coast. For absolute rarity, historic significance, and shear romantic appeal, the 1861 confederate half dollar is unsurpassed in the annals of american coinage. Few coins offer the historical story of the 1861o half dollar. Your coin is a genuine civil war issue silver half dollar struck by the confederacy. Founded in 1994, the company has grown from a small twoperson operation to a company of more than 50 people. Please see photos for additional detail dont miss out on the chance to add this to your collection. Another 30,000 pieces were struck by the end of 1801. All nonerror liberty seated half dollars have reeds.

Struck at the new orleans mint at the outset of the civil war, this date was actually issued by 3 different governments throughout the course of the year. The seated half dollar values listed in this chart is based on an average of what theyve sold for and not what your coin might sell for. Only 330,000 were struck while the new orleans mint was under u. August 2012 interesting engraved 1840o half dollar bill bugert. All 1861 o half dollars were coined with one or more collars having 140 reeds, and all display the type 2 reverse adopted in 1858.

I found this 1861 half dollar in my dads collection. Major design changes characterize early half dollars a challenge awaits anyone who wishes to acquire the type and variety half dollar coins struck between 1794 and 1807, generally. There are two varieties of kennedy half dollars in the proof set issues of 1964. Collecting liberty seated half dollars liberty coin service. This exciting offering combines a fascinating coin with the romance of a historic shipwreck treasure. Weight 189 grains, composition 93% silver, 6% copper, 1% trace elements. Seated half dollar value 1839 91 civil war token coin values. The confederate states of america operated the new orleans mint in april 1861. He announced that 500 pieces would be struck for subscribers. The ss republic was lost in a hurricane of the coast of georgia in october 1865 while on its way to new orleans.

Originally the tennessee, the union ship was captured by the confederates and later sold to private interests after the war. Comment, email or private message me any questions or suggestions for videos on coins. Medium spread on united states of america and half dollar, stars in the circle, and the stars between the rays. Id grade this in agg so dont know if enough sufficient detail for a diagnostic has worn away but id appreciate any feedback. Hard to top story of 1861o half dollarnumismatic news. The incredible value of the 1861 confederate half dollar. Michael kittle rare coins 1861o seated half louisiana. All questions will be answered monday through friday we are not in the office on the weekend. Terms of saleplease read questions about this item.