1/2 Dollar - Capitol Visitor Center Commemorative (2001)

Features

Denomination 1/2 Dollar
Catalog Number KM# 323
Weight (g) 11.34
Diameter (mm) 30.6
Shape: Round
Composition: Copper-Nickel plated Copper
Currency Value (USD) 0.5
Orientation Coin orientation ↑↓
Commemorative
Non Circulating
Calendar Gregorian

Obverse

Engraved by Donna Weaver
Lettering:
LIBERTY
IN GOD WE TRUST
U.S. CAPITOL
1800
2001


Description:
The North Wing of the original Capitol is superimposed on an outline of the present building. A horse-drawn carriage appears in front and a circle of stars surrounds.

Reverse

Engraved by Alexander Shagin & Marcel Jovine
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1800
6th CONGRESS
SENATE
32 SENATORS
HOUSE
106 MEMBERS
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR


Description:
The reverse features 16 stars-representing the 16 states that existed in 1800 - around the center, with inscriptions recognizing the 32 Senators and 106 House members of the 6th Congress.

Edge

Description:
Reeded
Year Mintage Comment Rarity
2001 P 99,157 United States Mint of Philadelphia Unknown
2001 P 77,962 United States Mint of Philadelphia, Proof Unknown

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