Bidspirit auction | Seated Liberty Half Dime, Date

Seated Liberty Half Dime, Date Unreadable (1873) - Seated Liberty half dime with stars at obverse and wreath reverse enclosing HALF DIME. Early U.S. fractional silver issue struck in 90% silver (.0434 oz ASW). The date is fully worn and no longer visible, placing this as a type coin rather than a date-specific issue. These small-denomination antebellum silver pieces circulated heavily, particularly in the 19th century when small change was essential in daily commerce.This example shows heavy, even wear with fully blended date area and soft central devices. Reverse legend remains legible, confirming denomination. A true ?pocket piece? survivor of mid-19th-century circulation. Condition: Good to About Good, date worn smooth.