United States: 1871 silver proof Seated Liberty half dime

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  1. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic numismatist Moderator

    United States: 1871 silver proof Seated Liberty half dime

    PCGS PR62. Cert. #52785313.

    Numista-17938, Krause-Mishler-91.

    Mintage: 960.

    Ex-Don Rupp, Buffalo, NY (aka "ajaan" on the Collectors Universe forums), 6 March 2026.

    While rather darkly toned, this proof half dime exhibits subtle but attractive iridescent colors at certain angles to the light.

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    lordmarcovan, Mar 13, 2026 at 3:36 AM
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    kountryken Well-Known Member

    Very nice! Until this post, I didn't even realize that they still made a Half Dime in 1871? I guess I assumed that they would cease minting them after they had started with the Nickel. I know, never "assume". Thanks for pointing out my ignorance, lol.
     
    kountryken, Mar 13, 2026 at 4:34 AM
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  4. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    That's a beauty. Love the toning.
     
    Mat, Mar 13, 2026 at 4:55 AM
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