1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS

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1949 Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar, NGC MS-67. A superb gem example of this historically significant commemorative half dollar honoring one of America's most important African American educators and civil rights leaders. The 1949 Booker T. Washington commemorative represents the final year of issue for this important numismatic tribute, struck at the Philadelphia Mint. This pristine specimen displays exceptional mint state preservation, with the NGC MS-67 grade highlighting its remarkable state of conservation. The design, featuring Washington on the obverse and a symbolic scene on the reverse, exhibits extraordinary sharp striking details and exceptional eye appeal. Subtle mint luster and exceptional surface quality characterize this premium-quality representative of the issue. The Booker T. Washington commemorative half dollar series holds significant historical importance, celebrating the legacy of an extraordinary educator who played a crucial role in African American advancement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This particular example, graded near the absolute top of the population, represents an outstanding opportunity for the sophisticated commemorative coin collector or specialist. Key Details: - Year: 1949. - Denomination: 50 Cents. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Grading Service: NGC. - Grade: MS-67. - Certificate Number: 6605686004