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The Washington Post opened in 1877 and would be a large thorn in the side of then President Hayes. Hayes won the presidency despite not winning the popular vote. Neither candidate in 1876 had gained the required 185 electoral votes to become president so a commission of five senators, five representatives, and five Supreme Court justices decided the fate of the election. Not surprisingly, the members of the commission voted strictly along party lines and there were eight Republicans on the panel. The new Washington Post called this the Crime of 1876 and referred to President Hayes as “His Fraudulencyâ€.
This is yet another year of high mintage figures for the Philadelphia Mint. The mintage of the 1877 Seated Liberty half dollar was once again over eight million coins. It is extremely common in circulated grades. Collectors looking for coins between Good and Almost Uncirculated should really take his or her time finding a good specimen. The half dollars from 1877 were typically very well and sharply struck. Even in mint state condition, the coins are readily available. There are likely over 600 half dollars from 1877 in mint condition today.
The Philadelphia Mint struck over 500 proof half dollars this year. Most of these coins are still in mint condition today. There is one major variety collected today: the 1877, 7 over 6. This is a very scarce variety. It is a very subtle variety and a difficult overdate to see. This is why it is only desirable in higher grades. Many coins have been graded in mint state with this variety. It is believed over 200 7 over 6’s have been graded in mint state. 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!