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As with the times in the United States, 1875 was another year for innovation. Alexander Graham Bell conducted different experiments that would soon lead to the creation of the telephone. Graft also continued to be a problem during America’s Gilded Age. The New York City Court House was completed at a total cost of $13 million. This was only slightly over the original budget of $250,000 due to Boss Tweed. In the numismatic realm, gold and silver mining continued to grow at record paces in 1875. This however, caused silver prices to drop, causing many problems in Western towns.
1875 began yet another variety change for the Seated Liberty half dollar. Now the arrowheads once on each side of the date would be removed. However, the weight change to 12.5 grams would remain. This year’s issue had a very high mintage. Over six million half dollars were issued in 1875. It is considered one of the most accessible years in the series. For collectors looking for this year in circulated grades, he or she should find a higher circulated grade with no defect. It is very common in high grades. Even the coin in mint state is rather common. It is believed that over 600 1875 Seated Liberty half dollars exist in mint state today.
The US Mint struck 700 proof Seated Liberty half dollars in 1875. Many of these still exist today in mint state. The removal of the arrowheads did affect the design of the proof coin also. No popular varieties exists from the 1875 Seated Liberty half dollar. Even so, many collectors do their best to find inconsistencies between coins of the same year to find the next popular variety. If you have any questions regarding the Seated Liberty half dollar or varieties, please contact any of our knowledgeable staff at 800-735-1311, and we’ll be happy to assist you!