1989 (S) Proof Congressional Commemorative Half Dollar

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$1,125 PR70 03-31-2010 eBay

Description

The 1989 (S) Proof Congressional Commemorative Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series. Total mintage reached 767,897. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by William Woodard. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9633. Modern commemorative half dollars are struck in copper-nickel clad composition and honor American events and figures. Lower mintages compared to circulating issues. Available in proof and uncirculated finishes.