Coin Identifier
Pilgrim Tercentenary Half Dollar
Half Dollar ($0.50)

Pilgrim Tercentenary Half Dollar

United States · 1920 or 1921

The reverse (shown) features the Mayflower ship at sea. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'HALF DOLLAR', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' are inscribed around the border. The obverse features a portrait of Governor William Bradford.

Country
United States
Year
1920 or 1921
Denomination
Half Dollar ($0.50)
Metal
90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Overview

The reverse (shown) features the Mayflower ship at sea. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'HALF DOLLAR', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' are inscribed around the border. The obverse features a portrait of Governor William Bradford.

Historical significance

Commemorates the 300th anniversary of the landing of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock in 1620. This was one of the early United States commemorative silver coins authorized by Congress.

Estimated value

$40 to $100 depending on condition (uncirculated examples can be worth significantly more)

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only to avoid fingerprint oils. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can severely reduce its numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free plastic flip or a coin capsule in a cool, dry place.