1795 PCGS VF-35 US Flowing Hair Half Dollar Silver Coin

1795 PCGS VF-35 US Flowing Hair Half Dollar Silver Coin The Flowing Hair Dollar represents the United States’ early steps toward financial independence, as it established a national identity through its coinage.  It was the first dollar coin issued by the United States federal government. Its production began in 1794 and continued into 1795 before being replaced by the Draped Bust dollar design. The Flowing Hair design was created by Robert Scot, the first Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, and features American iconic symbols of patriotism on a half-dollar coin containing 0.3866 troy ounces of silver. Today, you can acquire authentic 1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar Silver Coins at SD Bullion, graded by PCGS as VF-35 samples. Coin Highlights Apprised, encapsulated, and graded as VF-35 samples by PCGS; Produced by the US Mint; Pre-1933 silver coins; Contains 0.3866 oz of actual silver content; Hold legal tender status and a half-dollar face value; The obverse depicts Lady Liberty; The reverse showcases the Bald Eagle. The Design The obverse displays a right-facing bust of Lady Liberty, distinguished by her long, “flowing” hair. Above her head, the word “LIBERTY” is inscribed, with the year of mintage positioned below.  Encircling Lady Liberty are 15 stars, representing the fifteen states that had ratified the Constitution by 1794 The reverse displays a laurel wreath surrounding a small eagle with spread wings in the center, an early predecessor of the American heraldic eagle, and the inscription “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.” Adding to its distinctiveness, the edge of the Flowing Hair dollar is lettered with the coin’s denomination: “FIFTY CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT.”  A PCGS VF-35 coin Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) operates independently of sovereign mints. It appraises and grades coins using the Sheldon Grading Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70. According to the grading scale, VF stands for “very fine.” A VF-35 denomination describes a coin that retains all its fine details but lacks the intricate, minute elements. While showing clear signs of minimal wear on its high points, the coin indicates limited circulation. Buy 1795 PCGS VF-35 US Flowing Hair Half Dollar Silver Coins at SD Bullion Delve into America’s rich history with authentic  Pre-1933 American silver coins.  Purchase the 1795 PCGS VF-35 US Flowing Hair Half Dollar Silver Coin online from SD Bullion. For your convenience, you can also shop live through our service desk. Use our web chat feature, or call 1(800)294-8732 during regular business hours.