Diameter: 15.5 mm
Mintage: 70,000
Weight: 1.34 grams
Metal: 90% silver
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Category: Half Dimes
The 1838-O is the only New Orleans issue of the No Stars type and a key early Liberty Seated half dime. It is scarce in all grades and very rare choice, long recognized as an underrated branch-mint rarity.
What’s It Worth?
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