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2026 USA 250th Rare Low Mintage Half Dollar
2026 USA 250th Anniversary Semiquincentennial Half Dollar Low Mintage Colorized
This 2026 USA 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Half Dollar is a rare, low mintage collector's edition coin celebrating the American Semiquincentennial. This United States Legal Tender coin features stunning, full-color artwork applied through a revolutionary colorizing technique, showcasing the Statue of Liberty on the obverse and the Torch of Liberty on the reverse with the inscription Knowledge is the Only Guardian of True Liberty. As a 2026 issue, this coin is part of a highly sought-after and limited mintage series that is hard to get. The item comes protected in a premium acrylic capsule and includes a Certificate of Authenticity from The Merrick Mint, confirming its status as a genuine legal tender coin and a specialized collector's edition. This uncirculated piece is a significant historical keepsake for any numismatic collection marking 250 years of American history.
2026 USA 250th Anniversary Declaration of Independence Colorized Half Dollar with COA
Condition: The item is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and is protected within a clear acrylic capsule. It features a specialized colorized application over the original design. The accompanying Certificate of Authenticity from The Merrick Mint confirms its status as a Collector Edition. The mint is not specified on the coin or documentation, though it is based on a United States Mint legal tender half dollar. The metal content is the standard copper-nickel clad composition used for modern U.S. circulation-strike half dollars. This piece is part of the historical context surrounding the Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary) of the United States Declaration of Independence (1776-2026). The strike type is a standard business strike that has been enhanced with high-definition color graphics on both the obverse and reverse. No third-party grading service numeric grade is assigned.
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