1/2 Dollar - Semiquincentennial Coin and Medal Program (2026)
Features
| Denomination | 1/2 Dollar |
| Weight (g) | 11.34 |
| Diameter (mm) | 30.61 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.15 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper-nickel clad copper |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.5 |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by John McGraw
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1776 ~ 2026
IN GOD WE TRUST
SPM
P
DW
Description:
The obverse shows the close-up of side view of a bust of the Statue of Liberty. Around the left side the country name, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is partly obscured by the rays of Liberty's diadem. In the left, the dates "1776 ~ 2026". on four lines below, inscription IN GOD WE TRUST, below left.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1776 ~ 2026
IN GOD WE TRUST
SPM
P
DW
Description:
The obverse shows the close-up of side view of a bust of the Statue of Liberty. Around the left side the country name, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is partly obscured by the rays of Liberty's diadem. In the left, the dates "1776 ~ 2026". on four lines below, inscription IN GOD WE TRUST, below left.
Reverse
Engraved by Darla Jackson
Lettering:
KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN
OF TRUE LIBERTY
BZ DJ
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR
Description:
The reverse depicts liberty passing her torch symbolizing the hope and promise of America, it's flame trailing with the momentum of purpose, to a new generation. Above, the inscription in two lines "KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN OF TRUE LIBERTY" and below, inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM. The face value "HALF DOLLAR" at the bottom.
KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN
OF TRUE LIBERTY
BZ DJ
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR
Description:
The reverse depicts liberty passing her torch symbolizing the hope and promise of America, it's flame trailing with the momentum of purpose, to a new generation. Above, the inscription in two lines "KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN OF TRUE LIBERTY" and below, inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM. The face value "HALF DOLLAR" at the bottom.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 D | United States Mint of Denver | Unknown | |
| 2026 P | United States Mint of Philadelphia | Unknown | |
| 2026 S | United States Mint of San Francisco, Proof | Unknown |