1936 Arkansas Centennial Robinson Half Commemorative BU
Numismatic
1936 Arkansas Centennial Robinson Half Commemorative BU
In 1936, the United States minted a special silver half dollar to mark the Arkansas Centennial. This issue is notable for its distinct obverse portrait featuring Joseph T. Robinson, a prominent political figure from the state. Unlike many commemorative coins of the era that depict historical founders or allegorical figures, this piece honors a living individual of the period, making it a highly unusual and intriguing specimen in American numismatic history. The obverse displays the likeness of Robinson alongside the inscriptions ARKANSAS CENTENNIAL and LIBERTY. The reverse features a powerful eagle design, surrounded by the traditional national mottos IN GOD WE TRUST and E PLURIBUS UNUM, along with the denomination HALF DOLLAR and the name of the issuing nation, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. This coin was struck in 90 percent silver at the Philadelphia Mint, containing 0.3617 troy ounces of precious metal, with a total mintage of just 25,265 pieces.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1936 |
| 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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