1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States cent from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — 10th of 30 years in the series. In 1924, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 142,080. This ranks 68th 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. Collectors have identified one known die variety for this date (doubled die reverse). Produced 9 years before the celebrated 1933 key date. A notable auction result reached $47K in MS68 grade at Legend Rare Coin Auctions. Designed by George T. Morgan.