The 2016-W Gold Walking Liberty Half Dollar Centennial Coin honors the 100th anniversary of one of America's most cherished coin designs. Struck in 24-karat gold, this half-ounce tribute pays homage to the beloved silver half dollar originally released in 1916. With its classic imagery and modern precious metal content, this centennial edition holds strong appeal for collectors and investors alike.
Historical Insight:
Originally introduced in 1916, the Walking Liberty Half Dollar remains a pinnacle of American coin artistry. Its enduring popularity led to its revival on the Silver American Eagle series. This gold centennial version brings new life to the design in a form prized for both beauty and bullion value.
Highlights:
- Contains 1/2 troy ounce of .9999 fine (24-karat) gold
- Obverse: Features the iconic Walking Liberty design by Adolph A. Weinman, showing Liberty striding toward the sun with the American flag draped around her
- Reverse: Depicts a majestic eagle perched on a rock, adapted from the original 1916 half dollar
- Struck at the West Point Mint with the "W" mint mark
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish
- Comes with original government packaging (OGP) and Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Limited mintage: Only 65,512 coins issued
Specifications
SKU: |
228 |
Year: |
2016 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
50 Cents |
Mint Mark: |
W-West Point |
Metal Content: |
0.5 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9999 |
Thickness: |
2.15 mm |
Diameter: |
27 mm |
