1939-S 50C

Description

1939-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar, NGC MS-67. This exceptional 1939-S Half Dollar represents a significant offering for serious Walking Liberty collectors. The San Francisco mint mark specimen displays the characteristic design features of this iconic series, with Lady Liberty striding confidently across the obverse while an eagle rests peacefully on the reverse—a design that has captivated numismatists for over a century. The NGC MS-67 grade indicates this coin exhibits excellent eye appeal with lustrous surfaces and minimal contact marks visible to the naked eye. At this grade level, the coin demonstrates superior quality that places it well above average circulated examples and represents the upper echelon of uncirculated specimens from this particular date and mint combination. The technical grade reflects careful preservation and handling since its departure from the mint. The 1939-S is a key date in the Walking Liberty series, with a relatively modest mintage that makes high-grade examples increasingly difficult to locate. Coins grading MS-67 and above are particularly scarce, making this certified example an attractive acquisition for both type collectors and those pursuing complete date and mintmark sets. The NGC certification provides authentication and grade consistency, offering confidence to the discerning bidder. NGC Certificate #8522908007