Grading Seated Liberty Half Dollars

G4 Good

- Scant rim. LIBERTY on shield worn off. Date and letters readable.

VG8 Very Good

- Rim fairly defined, at least three letters in LIBERTY are evident.

F12 Fine

- LIBERTY complete, but weak.

VF20 Very Fine

- LIBERTY mostly sharp.

EF40 Extremely Fine

- LIBERTY entirely sharp. Scroll edges and clasp distinct.

AU50 About Uncirculated

- Slight trace of wear on Liberty's breast and knees, head, claws, and wing tops of eagle.

MS60 Uncirculated

- No trace of wear. Light blemishes.

MS63 Select Uncirculated

- Some distracting contact marks or blemishes in prime focal areas. Luster may be impaired.