Walking Liberty Half Dollar

The Walking Liberty half dollar is a 50-cent coin that was minted by the United States from 1916 to 1947. The coin was designed by sculptor Adolph A. Weinman and features a depiction of Liberty walking towards the rising sun, with one hand holding branches of laurel and oak and the other hand holding an American flag. The obverse side also includes the word "LIBERTY" and the date of minting. The reverse side features an eagle in flight, along with the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and the denomination "HALF DOLLAR." The coin was made of 90% silver and 10% copper, with a weight of 12.5 grams and a diameter of 30.6 millimeters. The Walking Liberty half dollar was introduced as part of a redesign of American coinage under President Woodrow Wilson, and was intended to replace the Barber half dollar, which had been in use since 1892. The coin was highly praised for its artistry and beauty, and is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful coins ever produced by the United States Mint. Despite being discontinued in 1947, the Walking Liberty half dollar remains a highly sought after coin among collectors, prized for its historical significance and stunning design.