An iconic piece of American numismatic history, this 1892 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar was issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' voyage to the Americas and the upcoming World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
Widely recognized as the first commemorative coin ever issued by the United States Mint, the Columbian Half Dollar holds a special place in American coin collecting. The obverse features a portrait of Christopher Columbus, while the reverse depicts his flagship, the Santa María, making this coin both historically significant and visually appealing.
Struck in 90% silver, these commemorative half dollars were sold to help fund the 1893 World's Fair and remain among the most collected classic U.S. commemorative coins.
Lot Features:
- 1892 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar
- First U.S. commemorative coin issued for public sale
- 90% silver composition
- Features portrait of Christopher Columbus
- Commemorates the 400th anniversary of Columbus' voyage
- Historic World's Fair collectible
- Popular with commemorative and type coin collectors
- Estate collection fresh to market
Historical Significance:
The Columbian Half Dollar marked the beginning of the classic commemorative coin era in the United States. Authorized by Congress and sold in conjunction with the Chicago World's Fair, these coins represent a fascinating intersection of American history, numismatics, and international exposition culture.
Condition:
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