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1935-S Texas Half dollar MS Values
Details
The 1935 Texas half dollar represents the second year of issue for this long-running commemorative type that honors the centennial of Texas independence from Mexico in 1836. The coin was designed by Pompeo Coppini and features an eagle and five-pointed star on the obverse. Several symbolic elements on the reverse include the winged goddess Victoria, -- visage of the Alamo, and two cameo portraits of Texas republic founders General Sam Houston and Stephen Austin. The coin was issued for $1.50
Texas halves were made at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints in 1935. Most issues were saved in uncirculated condition, and the majority of 1935 Texas halves are encountered in the marketplace between MS62 and MS67. -- rare handful are known in grades of MS68 or better, and premiums on such pieces often run into the five figures.
Obverse: Features an eagle before a five-pointed star, referencing the Texas Lone Star symbol.
Reverse: 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.
Basic Information
GSID:
10371
Coin Date:
1935-S
Denomination:
50c / Half dollar
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
10,008
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1934-1938
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Texas
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
12.5 gr
Weight:
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
