coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Walking Liberty Halves \ 1917 \ San Francisco
The Walking Liberty Half Dollar is a 50-cent coin produced by the United States Mint from 1916 to 1947. The design, created by sculptor Adolph A. Weinman, features Lady Liberty walking confidently towards the sun on the obverse and an eagle perched on a mount on the reverse. The San Francisco Mint struck Walking Liberty Halves in several years, including 1917, with the "S" mintmark indicating their origin. These coins are highly sought after by collectors due to their artistic design and historical significance.
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1917-S 50c Mintmark Obverse | 50c | Walking Liberty Halves | 1917 | San Francisco |