The coin described is a 1920 United States 50-cent piece from the Silver Commemoratives series, crafted at the Philadelphia Mint. It features a diameter of 30.6 mm and weighs 12.5 grams, composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, which gives it both a significant silver content and distinctive appearance. The coin's designer, Harry H. Cochrane, is noted for creating elegant commemorative pieces. This particular 50-cent coin, also known as a half dollar, includes a reeded edge that adds to its tactile character and helps prevent wear. With a total mintage of 50,028, this coin is relatively limited, making it a desirable addition for collectors. As an American commemorative coin, it stands out not just in metal content, but also in historical context, representing an important era in U.S. coinage. Its lack of a mintmark indicates that it was produced in Philadelphia, the original U.S. minting location. Overall, this 1920 Silver Commemorative half dollar symbolizes both the artistry and craftsmanship of American minting at the time, cherished by collectors for its beauty and historical significance.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.5 |
| designer | Harry H. Cochrane |
| diameter | 30.6 |
| edge-type | Reeded |
| height | 0 |
| material | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| mint-mark | None |
| mintage | 50028 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 12.5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1920 |