50 Cents, Proof, United States, 1834

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One (1) 50 cent coin, proof

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United States, 1834

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Obverse Image: Left-facing bust of Liberty wearing a cap. 13 stars along coin edge.

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Obverse Text: LIBERTY / 1834

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Reverse Image: Eagle with wings outstretched clutching arrows and branch in talons, shield over chest. Scroll above eagle.

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Reverse Text: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / E PLURIBUS UNUM / 50 C.

John Reich was responsible for the basic designs, which remained in use between 1807 and 1836. Coins with these designs are among the most common of early American coins, and they formed the backbone of our monetary supply for many years.

This coin is anything but common, however. It is a proof "restrike," a coin created from original dies but struck at a later date. This half dollar, and similar proofs dated 1833 and 1835, appear to have been minted towards the end of 1836. They may have been produced for presentation or even for sale. Approximately five proof half dollars dated 1834 are known.

Date Made: 1834

Mint: U.S. Mint, PhiladelphiaDesigner: Reich, John

Location: Currently not on view

Place Of Issue: United States

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Related Web Publication: http://americanhistory.si.edu/coins/glossary.cfm

Related Publication: Glossary of Coins and Currency Terms

Credit Line: U.S. Department of the Treasury, U.S. Mint

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1985.0441.0261Catalog Number: 1985.0441.0261Accession Number: 1985.0441

Object Name: coin

Physical Description: silver (overall metal)0 (overall die axis)0 (overall die axis measurement)struck (overall production method)Measurements: overall: .2 cm x 3.2 cm; 3/32 in x 1 1/4 in

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746ab-d1d2-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_1077343

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