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The 1933-D Oregon Trial half dollar, struck at the Denver Mint, is one of the scarcer of the examples of this commemorative type, which was struck over a 14-year period spanning from 1926 through 1939. The coin honors the many pioneers involved with the 2,000-mile-long Oregon Trail, charted across the western United States beginning in the early 19th century. The coin was designed by husband and wife coin designers James Earle Fraser and Laura Gardin Fraser -- two of the most celebrated coin artists of their time, and their handiwork shows on the Oregon half dollar -- a coin many say is among the most beautiful ever minted.
The 1933-D Oregon half dollar saw a very low mintage, and even during the depths of the Great Depression coin collectors and others were willing to lay out $2 to buy an example. Most were saved in uncirculated condition, a state of preservation in which most survivors remain. The vast majority of these are encountered in grades of MS63-66, and the luster is generally quite frosty on these. The coin becomes quite scarce in grades of MS67 and rare in higher grades.
Obverse Description
The obverse shows a Native American standing before a geographical map of the continental United States, with an indication of the actual Oregon Trail across the applicable portion of map.
Reverse Description
The reverse shows a cattle-drive stagecoach rolling over a hill with a large sunset shining in the background.
Catalog Information
GSID:
351873
Designer:
James Earle Fraser, Laura Gardin Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Reverse Designer:
Laura Gardin Fraser
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:
Oregon Trail
Variety 2:
TDR, FS-801
Coin Date:
1933-D
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
5,008
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
145750
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Coin Value History
1933-D 50c Oregon Trail, TDR, FS-801 MS
Value By Grade
1933-D 50c Oregon Trail, TDR, FS-801 MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$2,750 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $2,250 | $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 |
1933-D 50C Oregon, FS-801, Tripled Die Obverse, MS67 PCGS. CAC. Satiny luster illuminates bold design elements and dusky go...
$3,120
1933-D 50C Oregon, Tripled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS67+ PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,998
1933-D 50C Oregon, Tripled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$2,115
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Worth: $360 – $80,000
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Worth: $90 – $20,250
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Worth: $150 – $14,500
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Worth: $160 – $16,100
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Worth: $405 – $35,000
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Worth: $72 – $20,000
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Worth: $216 – $4,400
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Worth: $72 – $1,800
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Worth: $72 – $24,000
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Worth: $72 – $1,100
1936-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,520
1936 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,620
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Worth: $72 – $20,000
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Worth: $72 – $1,800
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