Liberty Walking Half Dollars (1916-1947)

Considered America’s most beautiful silver coin, the

Liberty Walking half dollar

was minted from 1916-1947. Struck in 90% silver, the Liberty Walking half dollar obverse depicts Liberty striding toward the dawn of a new day. The reverse features a bald eagle perched defiantly on a mountain pine, sending a message that the U.S. was ready to defend itself against all foes. The revered Liberty Walking half dollar design was inspirational to the American people through two world wars and the Great Depression.