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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:
10278
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-S
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
6,004
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1946-1951
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9418
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Coin Value History
1949-S 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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1949-S 50c Booker T. Washington MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$525.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $440.00 | $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-S 50C Booker T. Washington, MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 89 in 67, 0 finer (11/25). CDN: $340 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mi...
$516
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. Mintage 6,004....
$159
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$180
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. This piece is housed in a first-generation "rattler" holder. Mintage 6,004....
$149
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (85/0). Mintage 6,004. ...
$504
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CDN: $95 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 6,004. ...
$124
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 6,004. ...
$89
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (205/1477). NGC Census: (95/786). CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$144
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. Mintage 6,004. ...
$348
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$159
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. This Piece is housed in a PCGS green-lable holder. PCGS Population: (765/735). N...
$114
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (203/1433). NGC Census: (94/754). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$156
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (84/0). Mintage 6,004. ...
$432
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. Mintage 6,004. ...
$124
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (765/730). NGC Census: (329/467). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$129
1949-S BTW 50c NGC MS64 (OGH)
$48
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. Mintage 6,004. ...
$420
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66+ PCGS. CAC. Mintage 6,004. ...
$192
1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (765/723). NGC Census: (329/464). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$104
1949 50C Booker T. Washington PDS Set PCGS. This Set will include: 1949 MS64; 1949-D MS65; and a 1949-S MS64. ... (Total: 3 coins)
$192
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