½ Dollar Pattern 1869
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 50 Cents |
| Krause number | N# 77178 |
| Metal | Silver |
Obverse:
Liberty bust right, wearing a liberty cap, and a ribbon inscribed "LIBERTY" going from hair across neck. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" at rim above, and the motto on a ribbon, is at the rim below.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA LIBERTY IN GOD WE TRUST
Reverse:
Large "50" above CENTS" in center within a wreath of oak and laurel (initial "B" in wreath). "STANDARD SILVER," two stars, and date at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
* STANDARD SILVER * 50 CENTS B 1869
Engraver:
William Barber
