1838 H10C No Drapery Liberty Seated Half Dime PCGS MS64 (CAC)

An outstanding Mint State example of the 1838 Liberty Seated Half Dime, this “No Drapery” type coin from the Philadelphia Mint is a prized first-year issue that marks an important early design transition in U.S. silver coinage. Graded PCGS MS64 and approved by CAC, it offers the eye appeal and technical quality advanced collectors look for, while remaining an approachable centerpiece for anyone building a meaningful 19th-century type set. Key features and collector appeal: Date and type: 1838 H10C Liberty Seated Half Dime, No Drapery variety Mint: Philadelphia Grade: PCGS MS64 CAC approved for premium quality within the grade PCGS Certification Number: 47643293 Historic first-year “No Drapery” design, an essential Liberty Seated subtype Design and historical significance: The 1838 “No Drapery” Liberty Seated Half Dime represents the earliest form of Christian Gobrecht’s iconic Seated Liberty motif, struck before the addition of the extra drapery at Liberty’s elbow seen on later issues. As a first-year subtype, it occupies a special position in the Liberty Seated series and is widely collected as a foundational U.S. type coin, especially in high Mint State where original surfaces and strong detail are most appreciated. Condition and eye appeal: In MS64, this coin presents crisp, well-defined design elements with notably clean surfaces for the grade and the lively visual character expected of a carefully preserved early Seated Half Dime. Expect attractive original silver tones with bright luster and subtle champagne-to-slate nuances that enhance the classic 19th-century look. CAC approval further confirms the coin’s solid quality and pleasing overall appearance. Why collectors pursue this coin: A cornerstone subtype for Liberty Seated and U.S. type collections High-grade Mint State examples are increasingly difficult to locate with strong eye appeal CAC confirmation adds confidence for buyers focused on quality and long-term desirability A refined, historically important Half Dime with the right combination of rarity-in-grade appeal, classic Philadelphia provenance, and collector-grade quality.