1937 Antietam Half Dollar
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- Price realized
- $26,450
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1937 Antietam Half Dollar is a commemorative half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The Philadelphia Mint's net mintage of Antietam half dollars dated 1937 was 18,028. Issued in 1937 to mark the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg), the bloodiest single day in American history. The obverse features conjoined busts of Generals Robert E. Lee (Confederate) and George McClellan (Union), the commanding officers at the Battle of Antietam, while the reverse displays Burnside Bridge, the stone bridge over Antietam Creek that was the site of fierce fighting during the battle, with the dates SEPTEMBER 17 1862. Designed by William Marks Simpson. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9229.
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