Coin Highlights Issuer: United States of America Date: 1920 Mint: Philadelphia (no mintmark) Denomination: 50 Cents (Half Dollar) Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper Weight: 12.5 g Diameter: 30.6 mm Grade: NGC MS64 (Choice Mint State) Obverse Design: State coat of arms of Maine, featuring a moose beneath a pine tree, flanked by a farmer and a sailor with MAINE above and 1820–1920 below. Reverse Design: Bold wreath encircling UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and denomination HALF DOLLAR. Edge: Reeded Historical Significance Authorized by Congress in 1920, this half dollar commemorated Maine’s centennial of statehood. With a mintage of 50,028 coins, it stands as one of the earliest issues in the U.S. commemorative coin series (1892–1954). The design, symbolic of Maine’s heritage, was created by Anthony de Francisci, later known for his iconic Peace Dollar design. Collectibility With just over 50,000 struck, the Maine half dollar is a scarce early commemorative. In MS64, this coin offers sharp detail, satiny luster, and only minor marks, making it an excellent choice for advanced commemorative collectors. Early commemoratives like this are highly desirable for their historical themes, artistry, and relatively low mintages compared to modern commemoratives.
