1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary BU
Numismatic
1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary BU
In 1924, the United States issued a special silver half dollar to mark three centuries since the arrival of Huguenot and Walloon settlers. This commemorative coin, struck in Philadelphia, contains 0.3617 troy ounces of silver and carries a design rich in historical portraiture and maritime imagery. The front of the coin displays the profiles of two key historical figures, Admiral Coligny and William the Silent. Their portraits are accompanied by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "IN GOD WE TRUST", alongside the denomination "HALF DOLLAR". On the reverse side, the design features the Nieuw Nederland, the sailing ship that transported these early colonists. The outer ring of the coin bears the inscription "HUGUENOT WALLOON TERCENTENARY" with the significant dates 1624 and 1924, marking the three-hundred-year milestone. The models for this detailed coinage were prepared by George T. Morgan, resulting in a striking piece of numismatic art preserved in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1924 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3617 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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