½ Dollar Pattern 1859
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 50 Cents |
| Krause number | N# 124016 |
| Metal | Silver |
Obverse:
Head of Liberty right, crowned with oak wreath and vine leaves, with "LIBERTY" on ribbon around neck. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and date at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA LIBERTY 1859
Engraver:
James Barton Longacre
Reverse:
"1/2 " over "DOLLAR" at center within "cereal wreath."
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
1/2 DOLLAR
