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1923-S Monroe Half Dollar, MS67
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1923-S 50C Monroe MS67 PCGS. The 1923-S Monroe commemorative half dollar was sponsored by the California film industry, ostensibly to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine. The obverse design by artist Chester Beach features the conjoined heads of Presidents James Monroe and John Quincy Adams. The reverse was a James Earle Fraser copy of an 1899-dated medal by Ralph Beck, showing the continents of North and South America in the shape of female figures. The coins were offered at one dollar each, but sales were slow. A large distribution of 274,077 examples was eventually achieved, but many of the coins were simply released into circulation at face value.

Unfortunately, the Monroe half dollar was not a well-produced issue, and virtually all examples seen are weakly struck. This spectacular Superb Gem exhibits a better-than-average strike and virtually flawless surfaces that show highlights of sea-green, lavender-gray, and violet toning at the peripheries. Vibrant mint luster adds to the outstanding eye appeal. Population: 13 in 67 (1 in 67+), 0 finer (4/20).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# BYH4, PCGS# 9333, Greysheet# 10331)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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