Why add this 1943-S Silver Walking Liberty Half Dollar to your collection of historic American coinage?
The Silver Walking Liberty Half Dollar series was a U.S. Mint product from 1916 until 1947. This half dollar was minted in 1943, as the Second World War raged on relentlessly across the globe. The coin's imagery, which exemplifies the strong national themes of liberty, freedom and peace, is the work of acclaimed early 20th century medallic artist Adolph A. Weinman.
- The 1943 dated Silver Walking Liberty Half Dollar was struck at the San Francisco Mint.
- The coin contains 0.3575 Troy oz. of .900 fine silver.
- The half dollar measures 30.60 mm in diameter.
- Final mintage is recorded as 13,450,000 coins.
Magnificent Walking Liberty Design
Obverse: Lady Liberty is featured on the obverse elegantly draped in an American flag. She walks with grace towards the rising sun, while cradling branches of oak and laurel, which are common symbols of strength and honor. Inscribed "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "1943."
Reverse: The reverse depicts an eagle standing on a boulder beside a twisted mountain pine branch, with its wings raised in preparation for flight. Inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "HALF DOLLAR" and the San Francisco Mint's identifying "S" Mint mark.
Stunning Mint State 65
This 1943-S Silver Walking Liberty Half Dollar was submitted to the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) for review and judged to be in remarkable Mint State 65 condition. The coin features a suburb strike, expertly finished surfaces, an amazing amount of original Mint luster and fantastic eye appeal. The coin is sonically sealed in a protective holder accompanied by the NGC's highly recognizable classic brown certification label.
Don't delay, add this beautiful Mint State 65, San Francisco Mint 1943 Silver Walking Liberty Half Dollar to your collection today!
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