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PCGS Number: 9601 Coin Date: 1982-S Denomination (Short): S50c Denomination (Long): 50 Cents Variety: Washington 250th Anniversary of Birth Variety 2: Silver Desg: PR Mint Mark: S Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper Mintage: 4,894,044 Strike Type: Proof Coinage Type: Modern Commemorative Coinage Years: 1982 Mint Location: San Francisco Diameter: 30.6 Fineness: 0.900 Weight (Grams): 12.5 Weight (Ounces): 0.475 Designer: Elizabeth Jones Edge: Reeded Obverse Description: The obverse features George Washington astride a horse. Reverse Description: The reverse depicts the eastern facade of Washington's home, Mount Vernon. General Notes: This coin, the first commemorative half dollar issued since 1954, commemorated the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. It was also the first 90% silver coin produced by the U.S. Mint since 1964. Designed by Elizabeth Jones, chief sculptor and engraver of the Mint, the obverse features George Washington astride a horse. The reverse depicts the eastern facade of Washington's home, Mount Vernon. The Uncirculated version was struck at Denver and the Proof at San Francisco. PCGS #: 9601 NGC ID: CPXW
