2026 Semiquincentennial Half Dollar Low Mintage

Updated September 18, 2026

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Lot number171
CategoryCoins & Currency
AuctionOct 1 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
DateOctober 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

2026 Semiquincentennial Half Dollar Low Mintage 2026-S Semiquincentennial Half Dollar Proof Low Mintage United States 250th Anniversary This exceptional 2026-S Semiquincentennial Half Dollar celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States. Featuring a specialized design for the 1776-2026 commemorative era, this coin is a low mintage issue and is highly sought after by collectors as a rare piece of American history. This specific coin features a crisp Proof finish with sharp strikes, as indicated by the S mint mark from the San Francisco Mint. The obverse depicts a modern interpretation of Liberty, while the reverse showcases a torch being passed with the powerful inscription Knowledge of True Liberty is the Only Guardian. As a 2026 release, this coin is part of a limited mintage series that is hard to get and represents a significant milestone for the United States Mint. 2026-S United States Semiquincentennial Half Dollar Proof Deep Cameo Condition: This item is in superb, high-grade condition featuring the characteristics of a Proof strike. The fields exhibit a mirror-like reflectivity that contrasts sharply with the frosted, matte finish on the central design elements, indicative of a Deep Cameo (DCAM) finish. The surfaces appear clean with no significant abrasions or contact marks visible to the naked eye. The rims are sharp and well-defined, and the overall eye appeal is excellent. The coin is a 2026 United States Half Dollar minted at the San Francisco Mint, as indicated by the "S" mint mark on the reverse. It is composed of a copper-nickel clad material. This issue commemorates the Semiquincentennial, or the 250th anniversary of the United States (1776–2026). The obverse features a modern interpretation of Liberty, while the reverse depicts a torch being passed between hands with the inscription "Knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty." This is a Proof strike type, specifically produced for collectors with specially polished dies and planchets to achieve its Deep Cameo appearance. No third-party grading is present on this specific raw example. coin, numismatics, half dollar, 2026, semiquincentennial, US Mint, Liberty, torch, 1776-2026, United States of America, currency, commemorative, metal, obverse, reverse 2026 Semiquincentennial Half Dollar, US Mint 250th Anniversary Coin, Statue of Liberty Half Dollar, Liberty Torch Coin, 1776-2026 Commemorative Coin, US Bicentennial Successor, Rare US Half Dollar, Collectible US Coins, Numismatic US Mint, American Liberty Coin 2026 IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, pho

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