1893 50c World's Columbian Exposition Commemorative Silver Half Dollar Genuine Coins & Paper
1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative Half Dollars - BU. COIN HIGHLIGHTS: Sold during the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. The obverse shows a bust of Columbus along with the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "COLUMBIAN HALF DOLLAR." The reverse features Columbus' flagship, the Santa Maria along with two hemispheres below.
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To celebrate the 400th anniversary of Columbus' journey west and raise funds for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.. When the Columbian Exposition closed, over 3 million Columbian half dollars remained unsold. The Treasury Department initially offered the coins for sale at face value but eventually placed many in.
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Details The United States Mint produced a special commemorative Half Dollar in 1892 and 1893 to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus arriving in the New World in 1492. The coin was issued in conjunction with the Worlds Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
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The Columbian Exposition Half Dollar was the first commemorative coin produced by the U.S. Mint. It was released in 1892 to commemorate the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The exposition celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' 1492 voyage to the Americas.
1893 Columbian Exposition Silver Half Dollar
Designer: Charles E. Barber/George T. Morgan Edge: Reeded Diameter: 30.60 millimeters Weight: 12.50 grams Mintage: 1,550,405 Mint: Philadelphia Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper Auction Record: $20,563 • MS67+ • 04-28-2022 • Legend Rare Coin Auctions Rarity and Survival Estimates Condition Census Narrative Send Us Feedback
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It debuted amid much hoopla on May 1, 1893, with President of the United States Grover Cleveland doing the honors. Unquestionably the greatest world's fair held to that time, some 25,000,000 visitors passed through its gates before they were closed in the Fall and the buildings demolished.
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This Columbian Half Dollar was the first United States commemorative coin. It was issued to raise funds for the 1892-1893 World's Columbian Exposition and marks the quadricentennial of Christopher Columbus' first voyage to the Americas. Coin Highlights: Contains .3617 oz. of Silver. Coin comes in protective packaging.
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The first issue was dated 1892. The Exposition was scheduled to open in Chicago in October 1892, but did not open until May 1893, at which time additional coins bearing this new date were struck.
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The United States Mint sold the 1893 Columbian half dollars at the fair for $1 each, and the popular coins were sold in huge numbers of more than 1.5 million. The Columbian Exposition half dollars were designed by Charles E. Barber and George T. Morgan. Though seeing a large mintage, the 1893 Columbian half dollar was widely distributed, many.
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One of the most popular souvenirs of the World's Fair was the 1892 and 1893 Columbian Commemorative Half Dollar coins that were sold in the United States Mint exhibit hall at the price of $1.00 each. The coin was designed by famed artist Olin Lewis Warner and Chief Engraver of the US Mint, Charles E. Barber, engraved the obverse of the coin.
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Vividly Toned Superb Gem 1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar Among the Finest Certified 1893 Columbian Exposition. MS-67+ (NGC). A wonderfully original, vividly toned example that exhibits the most intense colors around the peripheries. The centers are dressed in warmer pearl gray, all areas with equally bold mint luster.
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Step 1: Date and Mintmark Variety - With different mints striking these coins and each valued separately, identify the exact mint issue combination. Step 2: Grading Condition - 1893 is a key date Barber half dollar. It is sought by both dealers and collectors. In high grade, verified by comparing to images, find its listing on the value chart.
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