1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — an early issue, 4th of 30 years in the series. In 1915, coins were struck at the San Francisco Mint with a combined mintage of 27,134. This ranks 42nd of 80 years by total mintage, above the series median of 26,967. 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. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $66K in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Charles E. Barber/George T. Morgan.