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1920 Pilgrim Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin Cleaned

 

The 1920 Pilgrim Silver Half Dollar Commemorative is an enduring piece of early American numismatic art. Struck in .900 silver, this historic half dollar honors the Pilgrim Fathers and their journey to the New World. Although this example has been cleaned, it remains an attractive collectible, offering an affordable entry point into classic U.S. commemoratives.

The Pilgrim Silver Half Dollar was authorized by Congress in 1920 to mark the 300th anniversary of the Mayflower’s historic voyage. Sculptor Cyrus E. Dallin designed the coin, featuring Governor William Bradford on the obverse, dressed in traditional Pilgrim attire and holding a Bible. The reverse depicts the Mayflower under full sail. This commemorative was minted in 1920 and 1921, with a total mintage of just over 260,000 coins, making it one of the earliest U.S. commemoratives to celebrate the nation’s colonial heritage.

The Pilgrims, a group of English Separatists seeking religious freedom, sailed aboard the Mayflower in 1620, landing at Plymouth Rock and establishing one of the first enduring European settlements in North America. Their story remains a cornerstone of early American history and cultural identity.

Coin Features:

  • Made from .900 silver with a weight of 0.3617 troy oz
  • Cleaned condition
  • Denomination: 50 Cents (Half Dollar), backed by the US government
  • Produced by the US Mint
  • Obverse: Features the left-facing figure of William Bradford, the second governor of the Plymouth Colony.
  • Reverse: Showcases the famous Pilgrim ship "Mayflower" sailing on the rough seas.

The 1920 Pilgrim Silver Half Dollar 50C Commemorative Coin (Cleaned) is a meaningful tribute to one of the most important chapters in American history. Please contact our customer service team with any questions.

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Product specifications

Year1920
ConditionCleaned
Purity.900
Denomination$0.50
Actual Weight0.3617 troy oz
Gross Weight 12.5 grams
Diameter30.6 mm
Thickness2.15 mm
Mint/BrandUS Mint
Mintage152,112