1892 Proof Columbian Half Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$18,400 PR66 09-21-2005 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1892 Proof Columbian Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series. With a mintage of 103, this is an extremely rare issue — the scarcer of two mint variants, with less than 1% of total production. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, each authorized by an individual act of Congress and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Struck during the Gilded Age of rapid industrialization and the great silver debates, when monetary policy shaped elections and economic destiny. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $18,400 PR66 09-21-2005 Heritage Auctions. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9295.