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1921 (S) Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Strike Type
1921 (S) Half Dollar coin

Coin Details

Year
1921
Denomination
Half Dollar
Mint Mark
S
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Walking Liberty Half Dollars 1916-1947
Designer
Adolph Alexander Weinman
Mintage
548,000
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
12.5g
Diameter
30.6mm
Edge
Reeded

Value Estimates

$123 - $38,855

Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Auction Record

Price realized
$188,000
Sold
Grade
MS66
Auction house
Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1921 (S) Walking Liberty Half Dollar is a half dollar minted at the San Francisco Mint, within the Walking Liberty Half Dollars 1916-1947 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 548,000 Walking Liberty half dollars in 1921. The obverse features Liberty striding confidently toward the sunrise, draped in the American flag, carrying branches of laurel and oak symbolizing civil and military glory and the reverse displays an eagle perched on a mountain crag with wings partially unfurled, a sapling of mountain pine growing beside it. All three 1921 issues, from Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco, are key dates. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $123 to $39K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6585.

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