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1918 Lincoln - Illinois Half dollar MS Values
Details
The Illinois centennial half dollar is also commonly known as the Lincoln half dollar. Despite being one of the earlier commemoratives, it is one of the more widely available pieces, as more than 100,000 were made and many examples were saved.
Designed by George T. Morgan and John R. Sinnock, the Lincoln commemorative was originally sold for $1 each. These pieces are commonly found in the grades of MS62-65, though MS66s can be found with great frequency in the marketplace and MS67s are scarce but are available. MS68s, however, are quite rare.
This coin is made of 90% silver; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $26.41
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
100,058
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Lincoln - Illinois
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
12.5 gr
Weight:
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
George T. Morgan, J.R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
George T. Morgan
Reverse Designer:
J.R. Sinnock
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