© Stack's Bowers
© Stack's Bowers
½ Dollar Pattern
1889 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Liberia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1847-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50) |
| Currency | Dollar pattern strikes (1847-1890) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#114867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle over laurel branch and arrows facing left with shielded arms on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* IN GOD WE TRUST *
HALF DOL. 1889
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Dollar (Pattern) 1889 from Liberia made of Copper-nickel is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the numismatic world. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by the renowned American engraver and sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who is known for his work on various US coins, including the famous Double Eagle gold coin.
