1926 Sesquicentennial of American Independence Commemorative Half Dollar

Don't miss this historic, 90% silver commemorative half dollar – celebrating the 1926 sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This low-mintage piece is now hard to locate in any quantity. Portraits of 1st president GeorgeWashington and 30th president Calvin Coolidge (who was in office when these coins were struck) are featured on the obverse, while the reverse depicts the Liberty Bell.

Though 1 million half dollars were authorized to help fund Philadelphia's Sesquicentennial International Exposition, the vast majority – 86% were melted – leaving just 141,120 pieces for distribution. Order today and add this elusive silver commemorative to your collection – still in About Uncirculated condition after more than 85 years!