1918 Lincoln-Illinois 90% Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin PCGS MS 65

1918 Lincoln-Illinois 90% Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin PCGS MS 65

Bullion Exchanges presents the 1918 Lincoln-Illinois 50C Silver Half Dollar Commemorative Coin PCGS MS 65, a beautifully preserved example of early U.S. commemorative coinage. Struck in .900 fine silver with a weight of 0.3617 troy ounces and a face value of $0.50 backed by the U.S. government, this coin represents both historical significance and investment potential. Graded MS 65 by PCGS, it offers collectors a high-quality specimen of this iconic issue from the Philadelphia Mint.

Minted to celebrate 100 years of Illinois statehood, this 1918 half dollar marks the very first time Abraham Lincoln appeared on a US commemorative coin. The historic piece was sculpted by legendary Morgan Dollar designer George T. Morgan at the Philadelphia Mint, which produced a limited run of just 100,058 coins. Profits from its original release helped fund the state’s centennial festivities while honoring Lincoln's deep Illinois roots.

Coin Features:

• Graded as MS 65 by PCGS
• Made from .900 silver with a weight of .3617 troy oz
• Face value of $0.50 backed by the US government
• Produced by the US Mint
• Individual coin arrives inside an official PCGS holder
• Obverse: Shows the profile of Abraham Lincoln, modeled after the sculpture by Andrew O’Connor.
• Reverse: Features a representation of the Illinois State Seal, which includes an eagle perched on a rock holding a shield with stars and stripes in its talons and a banner in its beak. The sun rises on the horizon, symbolizing the dawn of statehood and new beginnings. 

Why Own the 1918 Lincoln-Illinois Half Dollar:

• Historical Significance: Honors Abraham Lincoln, one of the United States’ most revered presidents.
• Limited Commemorative Issue: Struck in 1918 as part of a state-specific commemorative program.
• Collectible Appeal: A must-have for early 20th-century U.S. commemorative coin collectors.

This 1918 Lincoln-Illinois 90% Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin PCGS MS 65 offers a rare opportunity to own a high-grade commemorative coin with both historical and silver value. Bullion Exchanges provides competitive pricing, guaranteed authenticity, and secure shipping.

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