1918 Lincoln-Illinois 90% Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin PCGS UNC Detail

1918 Lincoln-Illinois 90% Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin PCGS UNC Detail

Collectors and investors will appreciate the 1918 Lincoln-Illinois 50C Silver Half Dollar Commemorative Coin PCGS UNC Detail, a significant piece of U.S. numismatic history. Struck in .900 fine silver weighing 0.3617 troy ounces with a face value of $0.50, this coin is a high-quality uncirculated example graded by PCGS. Its detail and condition make it a valuable addition to any silver or commemorative coin collection.

Issued in 1918, this half dollar commemorates the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth and highlights his strong connection to Illinois, the “Land of Lincoln.” Designed by George T. Morgan/John R. Sinnock, the coin celebrates Lincoln’s enduring legacy as a leader during the Civil War and his role in shaping the United States. Civic groups and state organizations championed the issue, emphasizing both local pride and national admiration for Lincoln’s contributions.

Coin Features:

• Graded as UNC Detail 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 This Coin:

• Honors one of the United States’ most revered presidents, Abraham Lincoln
• Part of a limited commemorative coin series from 1918
• High silver content with intrinsic bullion value (90% silver)
• Appeals to collectors of early 20th-century U.S. commemoratives and Lincoln-themed coins

This 1918 Lincoln-Illinois 50C Silver Half Dollar PCGS UNC Detail combines historical importance, collectible appeal, and silver value in a single coin. Bullion Exchanges offers competitive pricing, secure shipping, and guaranteed authenticity, and customers can conveniently check current silver spot prices online to gauge the metal value of their investment.

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