The US 1828 Half Dollar coin, designed by John Reich, features a classic design with a portrait of Liberty and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was minted during the presidency of John Quincy Adams and is significant for its place in the transition period of early American coinage. The coin, made of 90% silver, reflects the nations growing economy and the importance of silver in trade.
The 1828 Half Dollar also represents the economic stability of the United States during this period, following the War of 1812. The design emphasized both national pride and the desire to showcase American strength and identity, using silver as a stable currency metal for economic transactions.