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The 1949 Booker T. Washington half dollar marks the fourth year of this commemorative type, designed by acclaimed African American artist Isaac Scott Hathaway. This coin marks an interesting numismatic milestone, not only as the first U.S. coin designed by an African American, but also given its issuance during -- period when the American civil rights efforts were really gaining steam -- and gathering across the American community.
BTW half dollars were minted at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco mints in 1949, but all of these pieces are common uncirculated grades. However, examples grading MS67 or better are quite scarce, particularly due to the flat surfaces across the coin that attract highly evident surface marks.
Obverse Description
The obverse bears the portrait of the honored figure framed by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. To the left of the portrait is the date and words HALF DOLLAR. To the right of the portrait is the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM.
Reverse Description
The reverse bears BTW's memorial building centered at the top. Many words appear on the reverse including: BOOKER T. WASHINGTON BIRTHPLACE MEMORIAL * LIBERTY, around the periphery. FROM SLAVE CABIN TO HALL OF FAME appears below the memorial. IN GOD WE TRUST * FRANKLIN COUNTY, VA appear directly below flanking the likeness of the slave cabin.
Catalog Information
GSID:
10277
Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Obverse Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Reverse Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Booker T. Washington
Coin Date:
1949-D
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
6,004
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1946-1951
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9417
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Coin Value History
1949-D 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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1949-D 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$775.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $495.00 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CDN: $68.16 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$220
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington, MS66 NGC. CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$94
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: (66/0 and 14/0+). Mintage 6,004....
$360
1949-D Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-64 (PCGS).
$85
1949-D Booker T. Washington MS63 NGC. The current Coin ...
$48
1949-D Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-65 (PCGS).
$48
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$94
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: (65/0 and 14/0+). Mintage 6,004. ...
$384
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. This piece is housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. Mintage 6,004....
$150
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. This Piece is housed in a PCGS green-lable holder. PCGS Population: (711/527). N...
$114
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. Mintage 6,004....
$139
1949-D Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-67 (PCGS).
$480
1949-D BTW 50c NGC MS64
$65
1949-D Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-65 (PCGS). CAC. OGH Generation 3.1.
$96
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$84
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: (62/0 and 13/0+). Mintage 6,004. ...
$400
1949-D BTW 50c PCGS MS64 (OGH)
$90
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$69
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$124
1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (39/0). Mintage 6,004. ...
$384
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Worth: $90 – $20,250
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Worth: $150 – $14,500
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Worth: $160 – $16,100
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Worth: $405 – $35,000
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Worth: $72 – $20,000
1935-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,400
1935 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
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Worth: $72 – $24,000
1935-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,100
1936-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,520
1936 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,620
1936-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $20,000
1936-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
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