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1936 Cleveland - Great Lakes Expo Half dollar MS Values
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One of the most common commemorative half dollars from the 1892-1954 era is the 1936 Cleveland half dollar, marking the 100th anniversary of Cleveland's incorporation. This commemorative, designed by Brenda Putnam, depicts on its obverse Moses Cleveland, a politician and soldier from Connecticut who founded the Ohio city of Cleveland in 1796.
Vast numbers of this coin were made in two batches, one struck in July 1936 and the other minted months later February 1937 bearing the 1936 date. While the coins were offered to the public at $1.50 each, many held by coin dealers for years and are common in grades up to Gem. Most offer extraordinary luster and eye appeal.
This coin is made of 90% silver; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $26.39
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
50,030
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Cleveland - Great Lakes Expo
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:
Brenda Putnam
Obverse Designer:
Brenda Putnam
Reverse Designer:
Brenda Putnam
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