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The 1942-S is tougher than most 1940’s Walkers as a gem. They are accessible in Mint State up to and including MS66, with MS67’s being very rare and much more valuable. Major warning that the strikes for this date are very weak with rare strongly struck pieces bringing premiums. Liberty’s left hand is almost certain to lack complete detail. Although quality white luster is not a problem for this date.
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:
6754
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-S
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
12,708,000
Coinage Type:
Walking Liberty half dollar
Coinage Years:
1916-1947
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6617
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Coin Value History
1942-S 50c MS
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1942-S 50c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $60.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$48,000 | $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-S 50C MS64 NGC. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 12,708,000. ...
$89
1942-S 50C MS67 NGC. ...
$9,760
1942-S 50C MS66 NGC. CDN: $525 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 12,708,000. ...
$500
1942-S 50C MS65 PCGS. CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 12,708,000. ...
$244
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-63 (PCGS). OGH.
$65
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-62 (ANACS).
$24
1942-S 50C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, AU53 ANACS. Mintage 12,708,000. Flynn Reference and Cross Reference: DDO, F...
$47
1942-S/S 50C Repunched Mintmark, RPM-001, AU55 ANACS. Ex: Flynn plate. Mintage 12,708,000.Flynn Reference and Cross R...
$51
1942-S 50C Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-003 -- Cleaned -- ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. Ex: Flynn plate. Mintage 12,708,000....
$51
1942-S 50c NGC AU58
$43
1942-S 50c PCGS UNC Details (Cleaned)
$26
1942-S 50C --Reverse Scratched--NCS.UNC Details. NGC Census: (1/3490). PCGS Population (11/6546). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numis...
$69
1942-S 50C MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (20/3391). PCGS Population (10/6406). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC...
$42
1942-S 50C MS64 PCGS. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 12,708,000. ...
$119
1942-S 50C MS67 PCGS. ...
$14,640
1942-S 50C MS66 NGC. CDN: $525 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 12,708,000. ...
$500
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-65 (PCGS). OGH.
$220
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-63 (PCGS).
$85
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. MS-62 (ANACS).
$48
1942-S 50C AU55--Cleaned--ANACS, UNC Details....
$21
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