1918 Illinois Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1918 Illinois Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States cent from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — an early issue, 5th of 30 years in the series. In 1918, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 100,058. This ranks 63rd 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. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $71K in MS64 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by George T. Morgan/John R. Sinnock.