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1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar ☆☆ Circulated ☆☆ Great For Sets 428
1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar ☆☆ Circulated ☆☆ Great For Sets 428
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Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Denomination: $1
Composition: Silver
Strike Type: Business
Fineness: 0.9
Grade: Ungraded
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Features: Commemorative
KM Number: 110
Variety: Columbian
Certification: Uncertified
Country of Origin: United States
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🪙 1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar 90% Silver | America's First Commemorative | Chicago World's Fair Issue
This 1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar is a historic relic from the legendary "White City" World's Fair in Chicago. As the first commemorative coin ever issued by the United States, it represents a landmark moment in numismatic history. Featuring the collaborative work of Charles E. Barber and George T. Morgan, this coin was sold for one dollar at the exposition to help fund the celebration of the 400th anniversary of Columbus’s voyage.
🔍 Item Specifications Year: 1893
Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)
Denomination: Half Dollar (50¢)
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Design: Charles E. Barber’s Columbus Portrait (Obverse) and George T. Morgan’s Santa María Ship (Reverse).
Condition: Circulated (Ungraded)
Note: This coin displays authentic circulation wear consistent with its 130-plus years of history. Expect to see softening on the high points of Columbus’s hair and the sails of the Santa María. The surfaces exhibit a natural, aged patina. Please inspect the high-resolution macro photos to evaluate the detail, rim integrity, and overall eye appeal for yourself.
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