1938 New Rochelle Half Dollar BU
Numismatic
1938 New Rochelle Half Dollar BU
This silver half dollar, struck in 1938, offers a fascinating glimpse into commemorative design with its highly detailed and unusual imagery. The obverse depicts a scene of a calf being led by a rope held by a man dressed in elegant, period-specific attire. Surrounding this central figure are inscriptions recognizing the settlement and incorporation dates of New Rochelle, New York. The reverse of the coin presents a stark, elegant contrast, featuring a beautifully rendered fleur-de-lis. Alongside this classic symbol, the design displays the face value of the coin and the 1938 minting year. Struck by the United States Mint, this coin contains 0.3617 troy ounces of silver with a purity of 0.900, preserved in brilliant uncirculated condition.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1938 |
| 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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