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The 1950 Booker T. Washington half dollars represent the fifth year of this long-running commemorative type honoring the legendary social reformer and presidential advisor. The BTW half dollar declares Washington rose FROM SLAVE CABIN TO HALL OF FAME, which he effectively did, being born in -- slave cabin in 1856 before rising to greatness as one of the most prominent members of the African American community in the late 19th century and early 20th century. The coin, designed by Isaac Scott Hathaway, itself marks an important numismatic milestone as the first-ever U.S. coin design created by -- black artist.
Most BTW half dollars are known in uncirculated condition, and those minted at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints in 1950 are no exceptions. The vast majority are encountered in the grades of MS62 to MS66, with examples in MS67 quite rare due to the number of evident marks these flat coins accrue.
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:
10281
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:
1950-S
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
62,091
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1946-1951
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9422
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1950-S 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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1950-S 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$9,750 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $8,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
1950-S Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-67 (NGC).
$268
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CDN: $55.16 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$110
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CDN: $61.05 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 512,091. ...
$183
1950-S Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-64 (NGC). CAC. OH Generation 3.0.
$129
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS68 NGC. ...
$5,581
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/1576). NGC Census: (15/943). Mintage: 512,091. Numismedia Ws...
$26
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. NGC Census: 128 in 67 (17 in 67+, 17 in 67?), 2 finer (3/26). CDN: $265 Whsle. B...
$256
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $60.92 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$84
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. CDN: $62.83 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 512,091. ...
$171
1950-S BTW 50c PCGS MS64 (OGH)
$20
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (11/818). PCGS Population (38/1422). Mintage: 512,091. Numismedia Wsl...
$18
1950-S Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-67 (CACG).
$288
1950-S Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-65 (PCGS).
$48
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 512,091. ...
$84
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (500/1786). NGC Census: (227/973). CDN: $25 Whsle. Bid for prob...
$31
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 88 in 67, 0 finer (1/26). CDN: $265 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mi...
$415
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. This piece is housed in a PCGS green label holder. PCGS Population: (1123/842). ...
$59
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66+ NGC. Mintage 512,091....
$104
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (451/1427). NGC Census: (199/906). Mintage: 512,091. Numismedia ...
$52
1950-S 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67 NGC. NGC Census: 126 in 67 (17 in 67+, 16 in 67★ ), 2 finer (1/26). CDN: $265 Wh...
$281
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