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Coin Values: Twenty Cent Piece

Liberty Seated Twenty Cent Coin Series: A Brief but Fascinating Chapter in American Coinage

Liberty Seated Twenty Cent Coin Series: A Brief but Fascinating Chapter in American Coinage

The Liberty Seated Twenty Cent Coin Series (1875-1878) represents a short but captivating chapter in American coinage history. Introduced to address the need for small denomination coins, the twenty-cent piece featured the classic Liberty Seated design but quickly fell out of favor due to confusion with the quarter. Despite its brief minting period, the Liberty Seated Twenty Cent Coin is highly sought after by collectors for its rarity and unique place in U.S. numismatics. In this article, we explore the coin’s history, design, and why it remains a fascinating piece of American coinage.

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