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1859 Proof
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 800 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-1105 |
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The 1859 proof half dime is the final proof of the Stars Obverse With Drapery subtype. The 1860 transition to Legend Obverse would fundamentally change the obverse design. The 1859 proof captures the old design in its terminal year, making it a mandatory acquisition for collectors completing a Stars Obverse proof subset.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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