Obverse

Reverse

One Dollar ($1.00)

Seated Liberty Dollar

United States · 1872

A classic US silver dollar featuring Seated Liberty holding a pole with a cap on the obverse (though the images show the Seated Liberty motif which is actually the obverse of the dollar, repeated twice or showing two angles).

Country: United States
Year: 1872
Denomination: One Dollar ($1.00)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Grade: Fine to Very Fine (VF)

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Overview

Historical significance

Issued during the post-Civil War era and the lead-up to the Coinage Act of 1873, which demonetized silver and sparked the 'Crime of '73' debate.

Obverse (front)

Seated Liberty facing right, holding a shield inscribed with 'LIBERTY' and a pole topped by a freedom cap. Surrounded by 13 stars with the date 1872 at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

An heraldic bald eagle holding arrows and an olive branch, with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' on a scroll above, surrounded by 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'ONE DOLLAR'.

Estimated value

$300-$600 in Fine to Very Fine condition, and thousands in Mint State.

What drives this coin's value

Overall grade, presence of mint marks (like CC for Carson City), surface condition, and lack of cleaning or damage.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (VF)

Mintage & rarity

1,105,900 minted in Philadelphia; scarce and collectible.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight, diameter, and use the ping test or a coin spectrometer. Counterfeits from China often use base metals and have incorrect details or weight.

Notable varieties & errors

Repunched dates and various die cracks are known for the 1872 issue.

Similar coins

Seated Liberty Half Dollar, Trade Dollar, Morgan Dollar

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only using cotton gloves. Never clean or wash the coin as it ruins the original surfaces and drastically reduces numismatic value. Store in an inert, PVC-free holder or coin capsule.

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