The "Seated Liberty" design refers to a series of coins produced by the United States Mint from 1836 to 1891. The design features a depiction of Lady Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield in one hand and a liberty cap on a pole in the other. This imagery symbolizes freedom and strength, and it was used on various denominations, including the dime, quarter, and half dollar. The artist responsible for the Seated Liberty design was Christian Gobrecht, who aimed to create a more modern representation of Liberty. The coins were minted during a time of significant change in the U.S., reflecting the nation's growth and evolving identity. The Seated Liberty series remains popular among collectors today.