1946 (S) Walking Liberty Half Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
$38,400 MS67+ 06-16-2021 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1946 (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 3.7 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 21% 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. Last full year of production; a popular final-year date for set builders. 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 $96 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 #6629.
