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The 1942-D is the least common for the Denver Mint issues in the Walking Liberty Half Dollar Series for those struck in the 1940's. It is readily available in Mint State including gem grades up to MS67, which are a bit tougher. The finest MS68 is scarce as only a handful exist. Overall, the issue is very attractive with strong strikes and either blazing white luster or nice toning in some cases.
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:
6753
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:
1942-D
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
10,973,800
Coinage Type:
Walking Liberty half dollar
Coinage Years:
1916-1947
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6615
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Coin Value History
1942-D 50c MS
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1942-D 50c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $50.00 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$78,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
| P1 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 | - | $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
1942-D 50C MS67+ PCGS. CDN: $585 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 10,973,800. ...
$2,074
1942-D Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-66+ (PCGS).
$268
1942-D 50C MS64 ANACS. Mintage 10,973,800. ...
$84
1942-D 50C MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CDN: $115 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 10,97...
$207
1942-D Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-66+ (PCGS).
$220
1942-D 50C MS68 NGC....
$4,080
1942-D 50C MS63 PCGS. This piece is housed is a first-generation "rattler" holder. Mintage 10,973,800....
$180
1942-D/D 50C Repunched Mintmark, RPM-002, MS62 ANACS. Ex: Flynn plate. Mintage 10,973,800.Flynn Reference and Cross R...
$69
1942-D 50C Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-001, AU50 ANACS. Ex: Flynn plate. Mintage 10,973,800.Flynn Reference and Cross Re...
$51
1942-D 50c NGC AU58
$39
A BU Roll of 1942-D Walking Liberty Half Dollars.
$3,309
1942-D 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (34/5847). NGC Census: (20/3354). Mintage: 10,973,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/...
$27
1942-D 50C XF40--Whizzed--ANACS, AU Details. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (Greysheet) wholesale "bid" price is $4.00....
$13
Multiple Coin Lot...
$77
1942-D 50C MS67 NGC. CDN: $585 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 10,973,800. ...
$561
1942-D Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-66 (PCGS).
$293
1942-D 50C MS64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $66 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 10,973...
$84
1942-D 50C MS65 NGC. CDN: $115 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 10,973,800. ...
$114
1942-D 50C -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. This PCGS number ending in 92 suggests Cleaning as the reason, or perhaps one of th...
$47
1942-D 50C MS68 PCGS....
$36,000
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