The Flowing Hair half dime of 1794–1795 was the first large-scale regular issue of the denomination. The obverse shows Liberty with flowing hair facing right, with LIBERTY above and the date below; the reverse depicts a small eagle perched within an open wreath. Like other early half dimes, it carries no mark of value.
Key facts
- Designed by: Robert Scot
- Issue dates: 1794–1795
- Composition: 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper
- Diameter: 16.5 mm
- Weight: 1.34 grams (20.8 grains)
- Edge: Reeded
- Mintage: 86,416 (combined 1794–1795)
The 1795 is considerably more available than the 1794; both are usually found well worn, often with Mint-made adjustment (file) marks, and Uncirculated coins are rare — especially the 1794. These are foundational type coins eagerly sought by collectors of early silver.
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