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This proof Walking Liberty Half Dollar type coin comes from a mintage of 11,279. Common and readily available up to PR67 which is just slightly better. The PR68 is the finest and marginally scarce. As relatively common and affordable type coins go it comes gorgeously with stunning, deep mirrors.
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.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6776
Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1940
Reverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF DOLLAR, E PLURIBUS UNUM
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1940
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
11,279
Coinage Type:
Walking Liberty half dollar
Coinage Years:
1936-1942
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6640
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Coin Value History
1940 50c PR
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1940 50c PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$6,250 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $4,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $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 |
Walking Liberty Half Dollar 50c 1936-1942 PR [Type]
![Walking Liberty Half Dollar 50c 1936-1942 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/192xxx/e5ab4f21-beed-46f6-965f-0a812b3717d2.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $185 – $30,000
1936 50c PR
Worth: $700 – $70,000
1937 50c PR
Worth: $310 – $13,000
1938 50c PR
Worth: $265 – $7,250
1939 50c PR
Worth: $240 – $6,600
1941 50c PR
Worth: $185 – $30,000
1942 50c PR
Worth: $185 – $30,000
Walking Liberty Half Dollar Set 50c 7 Coins PR
Worth: $2,175 – $110,850
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC.
$2,318
1940 50C PR66 PCGS. CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 11,279. ...
$610
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-64 (PCGS). CAC. CMQ-X. OGH Rattler.
$915
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-65 (NGC). CAC. CMQ. OH.
$610
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-68+ (NGC). CAC.
$8,235
1940 50C PR63 PCGS. CDN: $310 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 11,279. ...
$354
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC.
$793
1940 50C -- Cleaned -- ANACS Proof Details. PR60. Mintage 11,279....
$216
1940 50C PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (34/2435). PCGS Population: (58/3599). CDN: $310 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 11,27...
$288
1940 50C PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (4/3359). NGC Census: (0/2310). Mintage 11,279. ...
$192
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-55 (PCGS).
$166
1940 50C PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (7/2086). PCGS Population (11/2940). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free...
$345
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-67 (NGC). CAC. CMQ.
$1,342
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC. CMQ.
$793
1940 50C PR64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 rattler holder. CDN: $335 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 11,279. ...
$488
1940 50C PR65 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 168 in 65, 510 finer (11/25). CDN: $380 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 11,279....
$512
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-68 (PCGS). CAC. CMQ.
$8,235
1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Proof-63 (NGC). OH Generation 4.0.
$336
1940 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$630
1940 50C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (51/3302). NGC Census: (30/2275). Mintage 11,279. ...
$264
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