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The 1938 Texas halves represent the last year of this commemorative type, first issued in 1934 to honor the centennial of Texas independence from Mexico in 1836. This popular coin was designed by Pompeo Coppini and includes -- variety of design elements, including an eagle and five-pointed star on the obverse and on the reverse images of the goddess Victory, the Alamo, and small bust portraits of Texas founders Sam Houston and Stephen Austin.
Issued for $2 apiece or for $6 in the three-piece set including the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco issues, 1938 Texas half dollars are somewhat scarcer than any of the preceding Texas halves made since 1934. However, the vast majority of 1938 Texas half dollars are in nice uncirculated grades ranging from MS62 through MS66. Examples grading MS67 are scarce, while only -- handful of specimens are known in MS68 or higher grades, and these quite rare.
Obverse Description
Features an eagle before a five-pointed star, referencing the Texas Lone Star symbol.
Reverse Description
The reverse showcases several design elements, including the winged goddess Victory, cameo portraits of Texas Republic founders General Sam Houston and Stephen Austin, and the famous Alamo.
Catalog Information
GSID:
10380
Designer:
Pompeo Coppini
Obverse Designer:
Pompeo Coppini
Reverse Designer:
Pompeo Coppini
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:
Texas
Coin Date:
1938-S
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
3,814
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1934-1938
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9396
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Coin Value History
1938-S 50c Texas MS
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1938-S 50c Texas MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$15,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $13,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
1938-S 50C Texas, MS66 PCGS. CDN: $360 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 3,814....
$671
1938-S 50C Texas MS67 NGC. Mintage 3,814....
$1,920
1938-S 50C Texas MS64 ANACS. Mintage 3,814. ...
$228
1938-S 50C Texas MS63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. Mintage 3,814....
$252
1938-S 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. Mintage 3,814. ...
$324
1938-S 50C Texas MS68 PCGS. CAC....
$13,200
1938-S 50C Texas MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/1385). NGC Census: (2/900). CDN: $205 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintag...
$252
1938-S 50C Texas--Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/748). PCGS Population (1/1105). Mintage: 3,814. Numismedia Wsl...
$172
1938-S 50C Texas MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/743). PCGS Population (1/1102). Mintage: 3,814. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/P...
$150
1938-S 50C Texas MS66 NGC. Mintage 3,814. ...
$384
1938-S 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (84/6). Mintage 3,814. ...
$1,020
1938-S 50C Texas MS64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. PCGS Population: (341/1012). NGC Census: (149/776...
$372
1938-S 50C Texas MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (29/901). PCGS Population: (107/1328). CDN: $230 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Minta...
$264
1938-S 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. Mintage 3,814. ...
$312
1938-S 50C Texas MS68 NGC....
$3,120
1938-S 50C Texas MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/1354). NGC Census: (2/881). CDN: $205 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS...
$168
1938-S 50C Texas--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/736). PCGS Population (1/1096). Mintage: 3,814. Numi...
$104
1938-S 50C Texas MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/1092). NGC Census: (0/741). Mintage: 3,814. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PC...
$138
1938-S 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (87/89). Mintage 3,814. ...
$720
1938-S 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (84/6). Mintage 3,814. ...
$840
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Worth: $190 – $52,000
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Worth: $360 – $80,000
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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
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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
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