1921 Walking Liberty Half Dollar
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$60,500 MS65 08-11-1990 David Akers
Description
The 1921 Walking Liberty Half Dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as a half dollar in the Walking Liberty Half Dollars 1916-1947 series. With a mintage of 246,000, this is an extremely rare issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 25% of production. 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. Both the 1921 and 1921-D are key dates with very low mintages — among the rarest Walking Liberty issues. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $198 to $10K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6583.
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