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Own a piece of American history with this 1861-O Seated Liberty Half Dollar. Struck at the New Orleans Mint during the turbulent start of the Civil War, this coin carries one of the most fascinating backstories in the Seated series. Mintage of 2,532,633 pieces reflects the final major output before the mint’s transition — a true low-mintage era survivor relative to demand from collectors today. Obverse displays the classic Seated Liberty with stars and date 1861. Reverse features the powerful heraldic eagle with shield. These halves are highly collectible as type coins and Civil War-era artifacts that appeal to both Seated Liberty specialists and broader U.S. history buffs. With New Orleans mint issues from this period becoming harder to acquire in the marketplace, this example offers excellent opportunity for collectors seeking key dates and branch mint representatives. Beautiful original silver surfaces and strong design details make it a conversation piece in any collection.