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1854-O Arrows

Half Dimes · Seated Liberty Half Dimes · 1837–1873
Regular
Weight1.24 g
Diameter15.5 mm
MintNew Orleans
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 1,560,000
EdgeReeded
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition90% Silver, 10% Copper
DesignerChristian Gobrecht
Collector's Key IDCK-1091

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About this coinHistory

New Orleans delivered 1,560,000 Arrows half dimes in 1854. The O mintmark identifies the coin as a New Orleans product. The 1854-O is a common branch mint Arrows issue, more available than the earlier 1853-O No Arrows key date but sharing the same general design characteristics. Surviving examples are available at moderate prices across most grade levels.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $21 $24
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $24 $27
F-12 Fine (F) $29 $34
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $38 $44
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $74 $86
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $163 $188
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $245 $285
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $960 $1,015
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1854-O Arrows Seated Liberty Half Dime worth?
In Good condition it runs about $21–$24, rising to roughly $245–$285 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1854-O Arrows Seated Liberty Half Dimes were minted?
1,560,000 were struck.
What is a 1854-O Arrows Seated Liberty Half Dime made of?
90% Silver, 10% Copper, weighing 1.24 g.
What is the melt value of a 1854-O Arrows Seated Liberty Half Dime?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1854-O Arrows Seated Liberty Half Dime a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.