This 1857 $1 PL Seated Dollar has been certified and graded by NGC as MS65.NGC’s encapsulation guarantees the coins MS65 Condition. Struck from 1840 to 1873, the Liberty Seated Dollar is a cornerstone of early American coinage and one of the most historically significant silver coins ever issued by the United States Mint. With relatively low mintages and increasing demand from collectors and investors alike, Liberty Seated Dollars are scarce today—especially in higher grades or with original eye appeal. Each coin is composed of 90% silver and offers a direct connection to the transformative mid-19th century, spanning the Civil War, westward expansion, and the industrial rise of the nation. Whether you’re assembling a U.S. type set, pursuing key-date 19th-century silver, or investing in certified numismatic history, the Liberty Seated Dollar is a timeless and essential addition to any advanced collection Coin Specifications: Face Value of $1, backed by the U.S. Government Designer: Christian Gobrecht Metal Type: Silver Mint/ Mint Mark: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark), San Francisco (S) and Carson City (CC) Obverse: Liberty seated on a rock in a flowing dress. She holds a pole in one hand and a shield with the words "Liberty" in the other, surrounded by 13 stars Reverse: A left facing bald eagle without motto 1840-1865 and with motto 1866-1873 Weight: 26.73 grams Diameter: 38.1 mm Edge: Reeded Brand: U.S. Mint   *Images are of actual coin you will receive. View NGC Certificate