1982-S Washington 250th Anniversary of Birth Half Dollar PR DCAM Silver Values

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Melt: $27.83 (0.3617 oz Silver)

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1982-S Washington 250th Anniversary of Birth Half Dollar PR DCAM Silver Values

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This coin, the first commemorative half dollar issued since 1954, commemorated the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. It was also the first 90% silver coin produced by the U.S. Mint since 1964. Designed by Elizabeth Jones, chief sculptor and engraver of the Mint, the obverse features George Washington astride a horse. The reverse depicts the eastern facade of Washington's home, Mount Vernon. The Uncirculated version was struck at Denver and the Proof at San Francisco.

up This coin is made of 90% silver, 10% copper and has a current melt value of $27.83

Obverse: The obverse features George Washington astride a horse.

Reverse: The reverse depicts the eastern facade of Washington's home, Mount Vernon.

Basic Information

GSID:

10410

Coin Date:

1982-S

Denomination:

S50c / 50 Cents

Designation:

PR

Mint & Coinage Details

Mint Location:

San Francisco

Mintage:

4,894,044

Coinage Type:

Modern Commemorative

Coinage Years:

1982

Composition:

90% silver, 10% copper

Mint Mark:

S

Varieties and Classification

Variety:

Washington 250th Anniversary of Birth

Variety 2:

Silver

Physical Characteristics

Fineness:

0.900

Weight:

12.5 gr

Weight:

0.475 oz

Precious Metal Weight:

0.3617 oz

Strike Type:

Proof

Diameter:

30.6 mm

Coin Shape:

Round

Design Details

Designer:

Elizabeth Jones

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