1918 Lincoln-Illinois Half Dollar
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- Price realized
- $70,500
- Sold
- Grade
- MS64
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1918 Lincoln-Illinois Half Dollar is a commemorative half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The Philadelphia Mint's net mintage of Lincoln-Illinois half dollars dated 1918 was 100,058. Authorized in 1918 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Illinois statehood, this coin prominently features Abraham Lincoln. The obverse features a bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, adapted from the statue by Andrew O'Connor in the Illinois State Capitol, while the reverse displays the Illinois State Seal with an eagle holding a shield, standing on a boulder on a prairie. Designed by George T. Morgan/John R. Sinnock. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9320.
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