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Coin Collecting at the Safir House
Seated Half Dollars
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There is a common misconception that the mid-19th century was a time of great modesty and
victorian sensibilities. This preception is probably not correct as can be seen by many of
the coins and other arts of the period. Stangely enough human sexuality was not discovered
in the 1920's or the 1960's.
This 1847 silver half with a near naked "liberty" with a flag in hand, sitting in a relaxed pose was
minted in New Orleans, as indicated by the 'O' mint mark on the reverse under the eagle.
By the way see the discussion on these coins.
The coin design largely folows the British Britanica icon.
The Safir Family Internet Coins Library: Foriegn Coins.
Several mints from around the world make exciting coin designs in circulating alloys, silver and gold. Among my favorites are the Perth Mint in Austrailia which produces a variety of coins for nations mostly through out the Pacific Rim. The Neatherlands has also produced some interesting designs, and several private US based mints have produced foreign currency on contract, include the Franklin Mint which has produced many Israeli Coins.
Our interest in foreign coins has been nominal but rapidly growing as it seems that US designs are so stuck in the mud. Also, foreign mints are creating bold new designs with color and bimetal designs that are both eye catching and fun.
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