Silver Modern Commemorative Half Dollar 2-Coin Set
Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated
Composition: .900 Pure Silver (AG)
Weight: 12.500 grams
Diameter: 30.6 mm Reeded Edge

Product Description

Silver Modern Commemorative Half Dollar 2-Coin Set

? One 1982 George Washington Commemorative Half Dollar

? One 1993 Bil" of Rights Half Dollar

? Complete with a luxurious wood box

1982 George Washington Commemorative Half Dollar

The 1982 George Washington Commemorative Half Dollar marked the beginning of the modern commemorative coin era. The coin was issued to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington.

Coins were struck in 90% silver and represented the first 90% silver coins to be produced by the United States Mint since 1964. Proof and uncirculated versions were issued?? with proof coins struck at the San Francisco Mint and the uncirculated coins struck at the Denver Mint. A maximum authorized mintage of 10 million coins was established by law. The coins were initially sold at a discount for during a "re-issue" period