1992 (S) Proof Columbus Commemorative Half Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$661 PR70 06-02-2005 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1992 (S) Proof Columbus Commemorative Half Dollar is a proof commemorative half dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 390,154 examples. Part of the 1992 three-coin program marking the quincentenary of Columbus's first voyage, this half dollar depicts the moment of landfall in the New World. The obverse features Christopher Columbus at landfall with arms outstretched, his crew and a small boat behind him, and a ship in the background, while the reverse displays Columbus's three ships — the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria — under sail. Designed by T. James Ferrell/Thomas D. Rogers. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9663. The Columbus half dollar offers a dynamic scene of discovery and is a popular choice among collectors interested in exploration-themed commemoratives.