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The 1928-S finds itself the middle of the 3 Walking Liberty Half Dollars issued between 1921 and 1929 in terms of rarity and strength of strike. Also somewhat similar to the other 2 issues, this one comes with great luster. But it is the toning that sets it apart; as most uncirculated examples have some degree of color. It is common up to AU and tougher in that range. MS60-MS65 are all very scarce with MS66 being the only grade considered truly rare.
Obverse Description
Liberty portrayed standing on a rock, facing left, with flowing robes and her right hand outstretched with a star-covered drapery flowing behind her. I bright sun, with extended rays is rising from the horizon on the lower left. The word LIBERTY frames the periphery and date appears at the bottom center. and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST is in the right field.
Reverse Description
A large eagle perched on a rock, facing left with wings elevated in a defensive posture. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR appear on the periphery. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM sits atop a small olive branch left of the eagle. The mintmark is small, and placed below the olive branch near the left rim.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6727
Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Reverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1928-S
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
1,940,000
Coinage Type:
Walking Liberty half dollar
Coinage Years:
1916-1947
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6588
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Coin Value History
1928-S 50c MS
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1928-S 50c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$48,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $36,000 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Walking Liberty Half Dollar 50c 1916-1947 MS [Type]
Worth: $22 – $5,500
1916 50c MS
Worth: $24 – $60,000
1916-D 50c MS
Worth: $27 – $42,500
1916-S 50c MS
Worth: $36 – $66,000
1917 50c MS
Worth: $22 – $40,000
1917-D 50c Mintmark Obverse MS
Worth: $23 – $35,000
1917-D 50c Mintmark Reverse MS
Worth: $24 – $58,000
1917-S 50c Mintmark Obverse MS
Worth: $24 – $168,000
1917-S 50c Mintmark Reverse MS
Worth: $22 – $54,000
1918 50c MS
Worth: $22 – $18,500
1918-D 50c MS
Worth: $22 – $130,000
1918-S 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $100,000
1919 50c MS
Worth: $24 – $48,000
1919-D 50c MS
Worth: $28 – $300,000
1919-S 50c MS
Worth: $25 – $70,000
1928-S 50C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population: 78 in 30, 932 finer (5/26). CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF30. Mintage 1,940,0...
$139
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. EF-40 (PCGS).
$293
1928-S 50C MS64+ PCGS. CAC. ...
$6,466
1928-S 50C MS66+ NGC. ...
$19,520
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-65+ (NGC).
$7,200
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. VG-10 (PCGS).
$85
1928-S 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: 97 in 58 (1 in 58+), 505 finer (11/25). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mi...
$2,074
1928-S 50C MS63 PCGS. CAC. ...
$3,660
1928-S 50C XF45 ANACS. Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$420
1928-S 50C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population: (83/1023). Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$124
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. VF-35 (PCGS).
$168
1928-S 50C AU55 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (11/84). Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$3,960
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. VF-25 (PCGS).
$144
1928-S 50C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population: (40/682). Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$900
1928-S 50C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (59/612 and 0/21+). Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$1,020
1928-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. AU Details--Cleaned (PCGS).
$576
1928-S 50C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (45/252). PCGS Population: (66/390). CDN: $2,600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 1,9...
$2,048
1928-S 50C MS61 ANACS. Mintage 1,940,000. ...
$2,040
1928-S 50C -- Obverse Re-Engraved -- ANACS. MS60 Details. Mintage 1,940,000....
$1,920
1928-S 50c PCGS Good-06
$21
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