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Statue of Liberty Half Dollar

December 22, 2016 - This coin was first struck on October 18, 1985 with production continuing through 1986. The Statue of Liberty Half Dollar coin was authorized in commemoration of the centennial of the Statue of Liberty.

Mount Rushmore Golden Anniversary Half Dollar

December 21, 2016 - Released on February 15, 1991, this commemorative coin honors the 50th Anniversary of Mount Rushmore.  It was unveiled at a ceremony held at Ford’s Theatre in South Dakota.

Olympics (France and Spain) Half Dollar

December 21, 2016 - Released on January 17, 1992, this coin was authorized to support the training of American athletes participating in the 1992 Olympic Games that took place in Barcelona, Spain.

Bill of Rights Half Dollar

December 21, 2016 - Released on January 22, 1993, this coin was authorized in commemoration of the first ten amendments of the Constitution of the United States, known as the Bill of Rights, and the role that James Madison played in supporting their adoption.

Civil War Battlefield Half Dollar

December 21, 2016 - Released on March 31, 1995, this coin was authorized in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the protection of Civil War battlefields.

Mint Resumes Production of Half Dollars for Circulation

December 28, 2016 - Press Release February 3, 1971 On Wednesday, February 3, 1971, the Denver Mint began producing cupro-nickel half dollars bearing the portrait of President John F. Kennedy in accordance with the provisions of the 1970 coinage law, Mary T. Brooks, Director...

Centennial Olympics (Basketball) Half Dollar

December 20, 2016 - The U.S. Olympic Basketball Half Dollar was released in 1995 to support the 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and the programs of the United States Olympic Committee.