Whitman Expo
The unprecedented crossover underscores his personal efforts to combat “grade inflation.”
Thank you to our sponsors!
Go check them out!
The 1949 Booker T. Washington half dollar marks the fourth year of this commemorative type, designed by acclaimed African American artist Isaac Scott Hathaway. This coin marks an interesting numismatic milestone, not only as the first U.S. coin designed by an African American, but also given its issuance during -- period when the American civil rights efforts were really gaining steam -- and gathering across the American community.
BTW half dollars were minted at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco mints in 1949, but all of these pieces are common uncirculated grades. However, examples grading MS67 or better are quite scarce, particularly due to the flat surfaces across the coin that attract highly evident surface marks.
Obverse Description
The obverse bears the portrait of the honored figure framed by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. To the left of the portrait is the date and words HALF DOLLAR. To the right of the portrait is the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM.
Reverse Description
The reverse bears BTW's memorial building centered at the top. Many words appear on the reverse including: BOOKER T. WASHINGTON BIRTHPLACE MEMORIAL * LIBERTY, around the periphery. FROM SLAVE CABIN TO HALL OF FAME appears below the memorial. IN GOD WE TRUST * FRANKLIN COUNTY, VA appear directly below flanking the likeness of the slave cabin.
Catalog Information
GSID:
10276
Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Obverse Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Reverse Designer:
Isaac Scott Hathaway
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Booker T. Washington
Coin Date:
1949
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
6,004
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1946-1951
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9416
Subscribe to View
View more data, info, and visualizations. Get access to retail and wholesale pricing as well as auction data.
Coin Value History
1949 50c Booker T. Washington MS
Value By Grade
1949 50c Booker T. Washington MS
CPG (retail) values
Currency
Grade Range
Grading Authority
Sort by
Pricing
Values
Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$750.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $650.00 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. CDN: $115 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$114
1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67 NGC. NGC Census: 82 in 67 (15 in 67+, 1 in 67*), 0 finer (11/25). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid ...
$439
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. Mintage 6,004....
$104
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. PCGS Population: (347/1279). NGC Cens...
$124
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (27/1493). NGC Census: (4/800). CDN: $50 Whsle. Bid for problem-f...
$47
1949 50C Booker T. Washington -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/770). PCGS Population (0/1358). Mint...
$76
1949 50C Booker T. Washington--Cleaning--Genuine PCGS. This PCGS number ending in 92 suggests Cleaning as the reason, or pe...
$47
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CDN: $115 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$120
1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: 87 in 67 (14 in 67+), 1 finer (12/25). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for ...
$586
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$84
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. This piece is housed in a PCGS green label holder. PCGS Population: (346/1266). NG...
$54
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/1141). NGC Census: (4/633). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Pr...
$56
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder.Mintage 6,004....
$109
1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67+ NGC. NGC Census: 82 in 67 (15 in 67+, 1 in 67★ ), 0 finer (12/25). CDN: $500 Whsl...
$1,098
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$94
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (346/1248). NGC Census: (142/714). CDN: $62 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$114
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS66+ NGC. Mintage 6,004....
$164
1949 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: 87 in 67 (14 in 67+), 1 finer (12/25). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for ...
$793
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 NGC. Mintage 6,004. ...
$89
1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. Gold CAC. PCGS Population: (345/1173). NGC Census: (137/674). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid ...
$114
1893 25c Isabella MS
Worth: $190 – $52,000
1900 $1 Lafayette MS
Worth: $360 – $80,000
1921 50c Alabama MS
Worth: $90 – $20,250
1921 50c Alabama, 2x2 MS
Worth: $150 – $14,500
1936 50c Albany MS
Worth: $160 – $16,100
1937 50c Antietam MS
Worth: $405 – $35,000
Arkansas 50c MS [Type]
Worth: $72 – $20,000
1935-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,400
1935 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
1935-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $24,000
1935-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,100
1936-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,520
1936 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,620
1936-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $20,000
1936-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
Greysheet News
Prominent Collector Dell Loy Hansen Submitting His Historical Collection Of U.S. Coins To CAC Grading
8/8/2024
American Numismatic Association's Largest Coin Show, August 6-10 In Chicago
Dazzling rarities, free educational opportunities, family fun and more await at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
7/25/2024
United States Mint Unveils Designs For The 2025 United States Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
The designs will be featured on a $5 gold coin, a $1 silver coin, and a half dollar clad coin.
7/23/2024
Events
GreatCollections Coin, Currency, World Money, and World Coins Auctions
Location: https://www.greatcollections.com/Auction-Archive
Sunday, May 3, 2026
GreatCollections Coin, Currency, World Money, and World Coins Auctions
Location: https://www.greatcollections.com/Auction-Archive
Sunday, May 10, 2026