1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS

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# 1949 50C Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar. NGC MS-67 PL | Pristine Prooflike Gem Commemorative. This exceptional Booker T. Washington commemorative half dollar represents the pinnacle of preservation and aesthetic quality. Struck to honor the influential African American educator and leader, this Gem Mint State-67 specimen showcases extraordinary prooflike surfaces that gleam with remarkable reflectivity and pristine technical quality. Graded by NGC with certificate #6605686004, this coin is among the finest known examples in the population report. With only 450 coins graded at this precise MS-67 PL level, and merely 1,250 coins at higher grades, this piece represents a significant rarity for advanced commemorative collectors. The prooflike designation indicates mirror-like fields that create a stunning visual contrast with the coin's raised design elements. The 1949 Booker T. Washington commemorative series holds profound historical significance, celebrating the life and achievements of a pivotal figure in post-Civil War African American education and civil rights. This near-perfect example offers collectors an opportunity to own a numismatic tribute to an important American legacy, combining exceptional technical grade with profound historical meaning. Key Attributes: - NGC MS-67 PL Grade. - Prooflike Surfaces. - Exceptional Preservation. - Historical Commemorative Series. - Low Population Rarity. *Estimate*: $1,050-$1,250