1936 50C York, MS

Description

1936 York Commemorative Half Dollar, MS-68 PCGS. This exceptional example of the 1936 York Commemorative Half Dollar represents one of the finest specimens available to collectors. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint without mintmark, this silver commemorative celebrates the 250th anniversary of the settlement of York, Pennsylvania. The coin exhibits the outstanding eye appeal and lustrous surfaces characteristic of the MS-68 grade, with only minor imperfections visible under magnification. PCGS Certification #58453776 provides authentication and grade verification for this premium example. Designed by renowned sculptor Walter H. Rich, the obverse features a portrait commemorating the historic significance of York's founding, while the reverse displays equally impressive artistry befitting this important regional issue. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, the coin retains excellent striking detail and original mint luster across both sides. At 12.5 grams and 30.6mm in diameter with a reeded edge, this commemorative meets all standard specifications for the series. With only 25,015 pieces minted, the York half dollar remains moderately scarce in absolute terms. The population data is particularly noteworthy: only 8 examples grade higher than this coin across all PCGS submissions, with just 56 total graded in the entire population. This MS-68 represents an elite tier of availability, positioning it among the most desirable examples for serious commemorative collectors. The combination of exceptional condition rarity, historical significance, and strong collector demand makes this an outstanding opportunity to acquire a premium York commemorative.