1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative Silver Half Dollar
1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative Silver Half Dollar
Own an important piece of American numismatic history with this 1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative Silver Half Dollar, issued in celebration of the World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago, Illinois.
The World's Columbian Exposition commemorated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage to the Americas. Although the anniversary occurred in 1892, the exposition officially opened in Chicago in 1893 and became one of the most significant international exhibitions of the 19th century.
The Columbian Exposition Half Dollar holds a special place in United States coinage as the first commemorative coin issued by the United States Mint.
The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Christopher Columbus, surrounded by the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and COLUMBIAN HALF DOLLAR.
The reverse displays a representation of Columbus's flagship, the Santa María, sailing above two hemispheres representing the globe. The design includes the inscription WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION CHICAGO, along with the dates 1492 and 1893.
Struck in 90% silver at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar is a desirable collectible for its historical significance, distinctive design, and important role in the development of American commemorative coinage.
Product Details
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Denomination: Half Dollar ($0.50 USD)
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Year: 1893
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Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)
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Series: Columbian Exposition Commemorative Half Dollar (1892–1893)
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Original Mintage: 1,550,405
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Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
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Weight: 12.50 grams
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Diameter: 30.6 mm
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Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.3617 Troy Ounces
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Obverse Designer: Charles E. Barber
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Reverse Designer: George T. Morgan
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Obverse: Right-facing portrait of Christopher Columbus
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Reverse: Santa María sailing above two hemispheres
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Edge: Reeded
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Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered
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Quantity: One individual coin
Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.