1940 (S) 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
$35,250 MS67 04-24-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1940 (S) Walking Liberty Half Dollar is a half dollar produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Walking Liberty Half Dollars 1916-1947 series. With a mintage of 4.5 million, this is a less common issue — the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. 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. Struck during the Great Depression, when mintages dropped sharply and the United States abandoned the gold standard in 1933. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value ranges from $39 to $123 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 #6610.
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