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1927 Vermont Half Dollar

Strike Type
1927 (P) Classic Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
1927
Denomination
Classic Commemoratives
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954)
Designer
Charles Keck
Mintage
28,142
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
12.5g
Diameter
30.6mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$19,200
Sold
Grade
MS67+
Auction house
Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1927 Vermont Half Dollar is a commemorative half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The Philadelphia Mint's net mintage of Vermont half dollars dated 1927 was 28,142. Struck in 1927 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Bennington and Vermont's independence from Britain. The obverse features a bust of Ira Allen, founder of the University of Vermont and brother of Ethan Allen, facing left, while the reverse displays a catamount (mountain lion) walking left on a rocky outcrop, representing Vermont's Green Mountain heritage. Designed by Charles Keck. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9401.

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