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Walking Liberty half dollars are widely considered one of the most beautiful silver coins the United States has ever struck. The Walking Liberty half dollar was designed by Adolph A. Weinman and was issued from 1916 through 1947 and became one of the most popular coins of all time.
Walking Liberty half dollars are mostly common coins that are made from a composition consisting of 90% silver and 10% copper. Therefore, low-grade Walking Liberty half dollars are commonly traded as junk silver coins among investors and collectors at spot or at very small premiums just above melt.
While most Walking Liberty half dollars are highly common and affordable, especially in the lower circulated grades, there are several scarce dates that command significant premiums. These include all 1916 Walking Liberty half dollars (from the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints), 1917-D and 1917-S obverse mintmark half dollars, 1919-D, all 1921 halves (Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco), and 1938-D Walking Liberty half dollar. Also scarce are all Walking Liberty half dollars minted before 1934 in grades of XF40 or better. All pre-1934 Walking half dollars grading in MS65 or higher are rare.
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:
72414
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
Variety:
1916-1947
Coin Date:
Walking Liberty Half Dollar
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Mark:
Various
Coinage Type:
Walking Liberty half dollar
Coinage Years:
1916-1947
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6565
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Coin Value History
Walking Liberty Half Dollar 50c 1916-1947 MS [Type]
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Walking Liberty Half Dollar 50c 1916-1947 MS [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $48.00 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$7,000 | $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 |
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
1920 50c MS
Worth: $22 – $10,530
1934 50C MS67 PCGS. CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 6,964,000. ...
$1,464
1935 50C MS63 NGC. CDN: $68.33 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 9,162,000. ...
$69
1935 50C MS65 PCGS. CDN: $240 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 9,162,000. ...
$268
1935 50C MS66 NGC. CDN: $420 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 9,162,000. ...
$464
1921-D 50C VG8 NGC. CDN: $360 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VG8 . Mintage 208,000. ...
$427
1921-S 50C Good 6 PCGS. CDN: $80 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Good 6 . Mintage 548,000. ...
$89
1927-S 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 93 in 62 (1 in 62+), 677 finer (5/26). CDN: $1,800 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mi...
$1,952
1934-S 50C MS64 CACG. Mintage 3,652,000. ...
$1,464
1937-S 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: 72 in 55, 3341 finer (6/26). CDN: $62.42 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 2,09...
$104
1921-D 50C VF30 NGC. NGC Census: 35 in 30, 324 finer (5/26). CDN: $1,750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF30. Mintage 208,000. ...
$2,928
1939 50C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: 37 in 68 (3 in 68+, 1 in 68?), 0 finer (6/26). CDN: $3,700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS68. Mi...
$3,172
1921-S 50C VF35 PCGS. ...
$3,172
1921 50C VG10 ANACS. Mintage 246,000. ...
$220
1921-S 50C Fine 12 ANACS. Mintage 548,000. ...
$268
1929-D 50C AU58 PCGS. CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 1,001,200. ...
$641
1919-D 50C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 34 in 53, 418 finer (6/26). CDN: $2,100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 1,165...
$2,684
1921-S 50C Fine 15 PCGS. CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Fine 15. Mintage 548,000. ...
$415
1918 50C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population: 43 in 25, 1542 finer (6/26). CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF25. Mintage 6,634,000...
$159
1919 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. AU Details--Cleaned (PCGS).
$1,068
1917-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Reverse Mintmark. EF-45 (PCGS). CAC.
$293
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