1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime - Arrows - PCGS XF45 CAC

Mintage: 13,210,020 / PCGS pop: 178 / CAC pop: 15 or less Key 1853 "Arrows at Date" Variety: A pivotal one-year design change introduced 170 years ago to signify the U.S. Mint’s silver weight adjustment, adding historical significance to this already desirable Seated Liberty Half Dime. Exceptional Eye Appeal: This PCGS XF45 CAC example retains strong details, with sharp devices and attractive surfaces that showcase the enduring beauty of Christian Gobrecht’s classic design from over a century and a half ago. A fascinating relic of mid-19th century American coinage, this 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime, graded PCGS XF45 CAC, tells the story of a pivotal era in U.S. monetary history. The arrows flanking the date were introduced this year to signify a reduction in silver content, a response to rising silver prices that had driven earlier issues out of circulation. These small but significant design changes make the 1853 "Arrows" Half Dime a must-have for both type collectors and his