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The last of the Oregon Trail half dollars came some 14 years after the first were made, marking the longest production period for a single type of United States commemorative coin during the traditional era (1892-1954). The 1939 Oregon Trail halves are also the scarcest, with tiny mintages of just about 3,000 each at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints. The 1939 Oregon halves were sold in sets of three for $7.50 per set.
Oregon half dollars were designed by husband and wife coin artists James Earle Fraser and Laura Gardin Fraser. The Oregon half dollar is considered one of the most beautiful United States commemorative designs, honoring the pioneers who charted the 2,000-mile path across the western United States during the early 19th century. The obverse features a majestic portrait of a Native American standing before an outline of the United States, which shows a little line of covered wagons cutting across the map where the Oregon Trail was blazed. On the reverse of the coin is a serene scene of a cattle-drive stagecoach approaching the setting sun.
Most of the available 1939 Oregon half dollars are known in Gem condition, ranging from about MS64-66. MS67s are scarce and pieces grading MS68 or higher are extremely rare. Luster on the 1939 Oregon half dollars is generally satiny.
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:
10349
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
Coin Date:
1939
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,004
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9352
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1939 50c Oregon Trail MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$10,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $7,500 | $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 |
1939 50C Oregon, MS65 PCGS. CDN: $540 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 3,004....
$793
1939 50C Oregon MS67+ PCGS. CAC. CAC: 73 in 67, 3 finer (10/25). CDN: $1,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 3,004. ...
$1,560
1939 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. Mintage 3,004. ...
$690
1939 50C Oregon MS68 NGC....
$2,520
1939 50C Oregon MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (284/914). NGC Census: (103/670). CDN: $460 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Minta...
$456
1939 50C Oregon MS62 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (9/1283). NGC Census: (2/785). CDN: $380 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Min...
$384
1939 50C Oregon MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (92/1177). NGC Census: (18/758). CDN: $390 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintag...
$384
1939 50C Oregon Trail -- Cleaned -- ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/738). PCGS Population (1/1100). Mintage: 3,004. Num...
$299
1939 50C Oregon AU55--Cleaned--ANACS, UNC Details. Pop: (P 0/973, N 0/632). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $322....
$126
1939 50C Oregon, MS65 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CAC: 81 in 65, 188 finer (10/25). CDN: $540 ...
$690
1939 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (72/3). Mintage 3,004. ...
$1,620
1939 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. Mintage 3,004. ...
$600
1939 50C Oregon MS68 PCGS....
$5,280
1939 50C Oregon MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (284/908). NGC Census: (100/667). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. ...
$504
1939 50C Oregon MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (2/709). PCGS Population (9/1062). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for proble...
$417
1939 50C Oregon MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (90/1155). NGC Census: (18/739). CDN: $425 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS...
$360
1939 50C Oregon--Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/692). PCGS Population (1/1033). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl....
$207
1939 50C Oregon MS65 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (80/184). Mintage 3,004. ...
$660
1939 50C Oregon MS67+ NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (71/3). Mintage 3,004. ...
$1,560
1939 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population: (366/143). NGC Census: (315/143). CDN: $600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Minta...
$660
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