1951 Booker T Washington Commemorative Silver Half Dollar MS 64 NGC

A genuine 1951 Booker T Washington Memorial Commemorative Silver Half Dollar Coin, graded and certified MS 64 by NGC. Contains 90% SilverThis 90% silver half dollar bears one of the last classic commemorative designs. It was issued to honor the life and teachings of Booker T. Washington. It also helped raise funds to build memorials in his memory. The coin was designed by Isaac Scott Hathaway. The obverse bears his portrait of Washington, which is based on a life mask. The reverse shows the New York University Hall of Fame and the log cabin in which Washington was born. Between the two is the legend FROM SLAVE CABIN TO HALL OF FAME.The images used for this listing are stock photos from our inventory. Your purchase is guaranteed to match the quality of the product shown.Profile Coins & Collectibles - More Coins for the Money!

• DETAILS: 1951 Booker T Washington Memorial Commemorative Silver Half Dollar Coin. Contains 90% Silver
• CONDITION: Graded and certified MS 64 by NGC
• IMAGES: The images used for this listing are stock photos from our inventory. Your purchase is guaranteed to match the quality of the product shown.
• COLLECTOR'S NOTE: U.S. Commemorative Coins, first minted 1892 and revived in 1982, honor notable events and figures. These distinct coins span various themes, from local celebrations to national milestones. Ranging from silver to gold, these coins capture moments in time, connecting collectors to the nation's heritage. U.S. Commemorative Coins are prized for their significance, design, and rarity, serving as both historical artifacts and prized additions to numismatic collections.
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