1920 Pilgrim Tercentenary Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1920 Pilgrim Tercentenary Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States cent from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — an early issue, 6th of 30 years in the series. In 1920, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 152,112. This ranks 70th 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 $10K in MS66 grade at Bowers & Merena. Designed by Cyrus E. Dallin.