1942 50C Walking Liberty Half Dollar — NGC MS 63
Vintage "Fatty" Holder with Exceptional Luster
Overview & Significance
Struck in 90% coin silver during the height of World War II, this Walking Liberty Half Dollar is one of the most celebrated and beloved designs in American numismatic history. The 1942 issue saw high production to meet wartime commerce demands, yet surviving examples in uncirculated grades continue to be heavily sought after by collectors for both their historical significance and classic beauty.
Coin Design
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Obverse (Front): Features Adolph A. Weinman’s iconic full-length figure of Lady Liberty striding gracefully toward the dawn, draped in the American flag and carrying branches of oak and laurel. Inscriptions include LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the date 1942.
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Reverse (Back): Displays a majestic bald eagle perched proudly on a mountain crag, wings unfurled, symbolizing strength and readiness. Inscriptions read UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and HALF DOLLAR.
Certification & Grade (MS 63 — Fatty Holder)
Graded Mint State 63 (MS 63) by NGC, this piece exhibits strong eye appeal characteristic of a well-preserved mid-grade uncirculated coin. It is housed in an authentic, early-generation NGC "Fatty" holder, prized by collectors for its thick, vintage profile and nostalgic aesthetic. The coin boasts a nice, radiant luster that dances across the surfaces, making it a wonderful addition for fans of classic silver commemoratives and vintage certified slabs.
