1892 Columbian Half Dollar
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$35,250 MS67+ 08-08-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1892 Columbian Half Dollar is a commemorative half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Total mintage reached 950,000. Authorized by Congress for the 1892-1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, this was the first commemorative coin issued by the United States. The obverse features a bust of Christopher Columbus facing right, while the reverse displays the Santa Maria sailing above two globes representing the Old and New Worlds, with the dates 1492 and 1892. Designed by Charles E. Barber/George T. Morgan. The 1892 issue was the first year of production, with 950,000 coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9296. As the coin that launched the entire U.S. commemorative series, the Columbian Half Dollar holds a foundational place in numismatic history. Despite high total mintages, gem uncirculated examples with strong luster command significant premiums.
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