1939-S 50C

Description

# 1939-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. ## PCGS MS-66 - Frosty White Gem from San Francisco Mint. A superb Walking Liberty Half Dollar from the San Francisco Mint, this 1939-S represents an exceptional example of Adolph A. Weinman's beloved design. Struck during the late pre-World War II era, this *MS-66* specimen showcases remarkable preservation and visual appeal. The coin exhibits exceptional mint luster with frosty white surfaces characteristic of the finest San Francisco Mint production of the period. With a total population of just 1,144 coins graded, this PCGS-certified example ranks among the superior specimens of its mintage. Only 514 coins have been graded at this level or higher, making it a desirable piece for advanced Walking Liberty half dollar collectors. Minted with a modest mintage of 2,552,000 pieces, this 1939-S half dollar features the classic 90% silver composition typical of the era. The coin's technical specifications include a weight of 12.5g, 30mm diameter, and distinctive reeded edge. Despite being the most available San Francisco Mint Walking Liberty half dollar of the 1930s, it remains the rarest of the three 1939 mint issues. PCGS Certification Details: - *Certification Number*: 39374143. - *Grade*: MS-66. - *Mint*: San Francisco. - *Price Guide Value*: $875