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The 1918 Centennial of the State of Illinois Silver Half Dollar is a highly sought after commemorative coin issued by the United States to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the statehood of Illinois. This uncirculated coin, is minted in Philadelphia and features a business strike type and is composed of 90% silver. Displaying the iconic image of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse, this silver half dollar coin is a great collectors’ item that showcases the rich history of both the state of Illinois and president Abraham Lincoln, whose birthplace was the state of Illinois. This is an amazing Coin.

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Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Illinois’ statehood is the 1918 Illinois Centennial Half Dollar. This coin was the first commemorative coin to sell its full authorized mintage, which in this case was a miniscule 100,058. Abraham Lincoln, nicknamed the “son of Illinois, ” was an imperative figure in the admission of Illinois into the union. He also spent most of his professional life in Illinois prior to his presidency, as depicted on the bicentennial Lincoln Cent titled Professional Years. The obverse of this half dollar depicts a portrait of Abraham Lincoln which was created specifically for this coin, adding to its already immense popularity. The inscriptions on this half dollar read “Centennial State of Illinois, ” “In God We Trust, ” “Liberty, ” and 1918. The reverse was designed after the Illinois State Seal, depicting an eagle with one talon on a shield, and a ribbon in its beak. Today, the 1918 Illinois Centennial “Lincoln” Half Dollar represents one of the most popular classic commemorative coins ever minted! Lynnwood Antiques does not grade coins, currency, medals/medallions. Any Existing grades presented are offered by third party grading services, if accompanying any particular coins, currency or medals/medallions, are presented for informational purposes only and subsequent feedback from future grading authorities may or may not coincide with the information provided. Buyers have been made aware to review pictures so that an informed decision can be made prior to sale. See E-Bay for details. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins: US\Commemorative\Silver (1892-1954)”. The seller is “lynnwood-30″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Circulated/Uncirculated: Unknown
• Denomination: 50C
• Composition: Silver
• Year: 1918
• Fineness: 0.5
• Strike Type: Business
• Features: Commemorative
• Mint Location: Philadelphia
• Grade: Ungraded
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Variety: Lincoln-Illinois
• Certification: Uncertified

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This 3-piece gold set is in perfect condition. It commemorates 100 years since the Mercury/Winged Liberty Dime, Standing Liberty Quarter and Walking Liberty Half Dollar were first introduced in 1916. The three coins are designated “First Strike” and graded SP-70 by PGCS. Their designs are iconic, together they make a spectacular set for any collection. In 2016 the Mercury Liberty, Standing Liberty and Walking Liberty respectively, were issued in the following sizes 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/2 oz. All three coins are. The item “2016 Centennial 100th Anniversary Gold Dime, Quarter and Half Dollar. See desc” is in sale since Saturday, December 5, 2020. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ US\Commemorative\Modern Gold (1984-Now)”. The seller is “katmanny” and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Certification: PCGS
• Strike Type: SP
• Mint Location: West Point
• Grade: SP70
• Year: 2016
• Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
• Composition: Modern Gold
• Denomination: 10/25/50

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