1994 (P) Proof World Cup USA Commemorative Half Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,380 PR70 03-29-2012 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1994 (P) Proof World Cup USA Commemorative Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series. The U.S. Mint produced 609,354 examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 78% of production. 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. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $1,380 PR70 03-29-2012 Heritage Auctions. 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 #9681.