1952-S 50C Washington-Carver, MS

Description

1952-S 50C Washington-Carver Commemorative, MS67. This exceptional example of the 1952-S Washington-Carver commemorative half dollar has been graded MS67 by NGC (Certificate #8664088009), representing a premium quality specimen of this historically significant issue. The Washington-Carver commemorative series, authorized to honor both the achievements of George Washington and the scientific contributions of Dr. George Washington Carver, stands as one of the more popular and widely collected commemorative programs of the mid-20th century. The San Francisco mint mark (S) designation indicates this piece was produced at the San Francisco Mint during the final year of the Washington-Carver series. At the MS67 grade level, this coin exhibits strong strike definition and lustrous surfaces with only minimal imperfections visible under magnification—characteristics that place it well above average for the issue and make it an attractive example for both type collectors and specialists seeking quality representatives of this series. The Washington-Carver commemorative remains a cornerstone issue for mid-century American commemorative collecting, combining historical significance with moderate availability. This NGC-certified MS67 example represents an opportunity to acquire a well-preserved specimen of this classic commemorative type.