USA ½ dollar Walking Liberty 1947-D
USA, Denver
Rarity
Common
Attributes of Coins
| Melt Value | $19.01 11.25g Silver |
|---|---|
| Region | USA |
| Denomination | ½ dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 142 |
| Mintage | 3,900,000 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.8 mm |
| diameter | 30.6 mm |
| weight | 12.5 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Creators:
Adolph Alexander Weinman (WA)
IN GOD WE TRUST
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Bird
Description:
Eagle
Creators:
Adolph Alexander Weinman (WA)
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
The Denver Mint's production of half dollars rebounded just a bit this year, but the total was still reflective of the post-war recession. Enough examples were saved by collectors and habitual speculators that gems are plentiful through MS-66. Coins grading higher are elusive, and the quality of strike varies from one piece to the next. Only the most minor of varieties are known for 1947-D half dollars.Read More
