1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary Commemorative Half Dollar

About This Coin

The 1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series — the first year of the series. In 1982, coins were struck at the Denver and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 7.1 million. This represents the second-highest annual mintage in the series, above the series median of 340,707. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Struck after the transition from silver to clad coinage, as the Mint adapted to modern production methods and record-breaking mintages. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $719 in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Elizabeth Jones.