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PCGS Number: 80501 Coin Date: 1863 Denomination (Short): P50c Denomination (Long): Pattern 50 Cents Variety: Copper Variety 2: J-339 Desg: PR Composition: Copper Strike Type: Proof Coinage Type: Pattern Coinage Years: 1863 Mint Location: Philadelphia Edge: Reeded Obverse Description: Regular Liberty Seated die of the year. Reverse Description: Similar to regular die of the year but with GOD OUR TRUST on scroll; die first used in 1861 for J-277. General Notes: 1863 Half Dollar. A continuation of the experimental model series begun in 1861. Seven sets of originals said to have been struck, and restrikes exist. Copper impressions usually with bronzed surfaces. PCGS #: 80501
