1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar BU
Numismatic
1942-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar BU
Struck during a pivotal year in American history, this 1942 half dollar from the San Francisco Mint represents a high point in United States coinage design. Minted in 90 percent silver, the coin contains 0.3575 troy ounces of precious metal and survives in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, preserving the sharp details of its original strike. The obverse presents a powerful image of Lady Liberty moving gracefully toward a rising sun. She cradles a bundle of branches in her arm, symbolizing strength and peace, while her gown flows around her. Inscribed on this side are the words IN GOD WE TRUST and the year 1942. On the reverse, a majestic eagle stands perched upon a rugged stone outcrop, wings slightly spread as if preparing to launch into the sky. The inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and HALF DOLLAR frame this classic wildlife portrait, completing a design that remains celebrated for its artistic beauty.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1942 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3575 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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