U.S. Commemorative Silver Coins

Lot 1950
1938-S Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. A bright and frosty coin that boasts a delicate ring of toning around the edge, and radiant luster in the fields. The surfaces are stunning in quality, and a better preserved coin can scarcely be imagined.
Estimated Value $600-700.

Lot 1951
1938-S Oregon Trail Half Dollar. ICG graded MS-67. A superb example of this scarce commemorative issue. This one boasts tab toning on the obverse, with a spot on the Indian's loin cloth and tawny gold around the periphery. Examination with a glass will locate only a couple of tiny tick marks from handling, keeping this piece up in the superb category.
Estimated Value $600-700.

1939-PDS OREGON TRAIL SET, ALL PCGS MINT STATE-67

Lot 1952
1939-PDS Oregon Trail Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-67. That's right, a set with each coin PCGS graded Mint State 67. Each coin is very well matched and displays a bit of reddish toning around the rims, the centers are untoned. Obviously this set was very well preserved from the time of issue. Only a few coins of each date and mintmark have been graded higher by PCGS, so this is an extremely rare set in this grade. A lot for the investor who demands the highest quality.
Estimated Value $3,500-4,500.

Lot 1953
1935-S San Diego Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. One of just 42 so graded by PCGS with a single coin, just 1, graded higher! The surfaces are pristine, with flaming bright luster throughout. A hint of toning has formed on the upper left obverse rim, probably from the original paper holder. What makes this coin so special, is the abscence of tick marks, it somehow survived in the upper reaches of gem condition, why not add it to your set today? You'll be glad you did.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.

Lot 1954
1926 Sesquicentennial Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A touch of natural toning is spread across a portion of the obverse while the reverse is also lightly toned. Although one of the more common commemoratives in the series, this issue is decidedly rare and is quite elusive in gem condition.
Estimated Value $2,500-3,000.

Lot 1955
1925 Stone Mountain Half Dollar. MS-65. Deep golden toning on both sides, with a few hairlines noted on the surfaces.
Estimated Value $100-150.

Lot 1956
1934 Texas Half Dollar MS-63; 1935-S Texas Half Dollar MS-64 and 1937 Texas Half Dollar MS 64. All are ICG graded as indicated. Each is white and untoned. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $225-250.

Lot 1957
1935-D Texas Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. Wow! The colors must be seen to be believed on this one. Deep golden-cherry tones with iridescent greens to boot on both sides. Typical Texas strike, a touch weak on the uppermost devices, but very well preserved. This one belongs in a toning specialists collection, where it can be admired for its unusually vibrant colors.
Estimated Value $900-UP.

Lot 1958
1937-D Texas Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A frosty white, untoned example of this scarce date.
Estimated Value $150-200.

Lot 1959
1938 PDS Texas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-66. Each of the three coins in this set are PCGS graded MS-66. The Philadelphia coin has light hazy toning, while the D and S show less toning, which is located at the periphery. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $1,200-1,350.

Lot 1960
1938 PDS Texas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-66. Each piece is untoned and frosty. All in old small PCGS holders, seldom seen anymore. A scarce set in this grade. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,500.

Lot 1961
1925 Fort Vancouver Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A superb example of this commemorative half dollar, the surfaces are pristine, without a flaw or blemish. The color is a delight to behold, it ranges from rose hues on the obverse to deep blue at the extreme rim. Frosty luster resides in the fields, and the strike is full and complete. We note that the mountain man/trapper appears ready to take on the world with his rifle aimed deliberately at what lies beyond.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,800.

Lot 1962
1927 Vermont Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Iridescent toning on both sides and with abundant luster. Boldly impressed and one of the better ones to survive from the issue. Only 130 so graded with 9 graded higher by PCGS. Check this one out if you need a superb gem! Its one for the record books.
Estimated Value $1,200-1,600.

Lot 1963
1949 PDS Booker T. Washington Half Dollars. PCGS graded MS-66. Each coin is well matched with bright, frosty luster. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $500-600.

Lot 1964
1949-D Booker T. Washington Half Dollar. ACG graded MS-66. This one has probably been lightly dipped, as the surfaces show no signs of toning. Blazing white luster on both sides, and well preserved surfaces. The coin should be viewed by prospective buyers as the ACG grading holders are known for their liberal grading standards.
Estimated Value $50-75.

Lot 1965
1936 York Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. Excellent quality for the issue, only 19 have been graded higher. Frosty luster throughout and delicately toned around the periphery. The surfaces are splendid, and show very few signs of contact, making this piece especially attractive.
Estimated Value $350-450.

Lot 1966
1900 Lafayette Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Here is an exceptional Lafayette Dollar. Most of these are found with numerous tick marks or other handling problems, not so here, the surfaces are superb, frosty and bright, with just a whisper of toning around the periphery. This coin even boasts a moderate amount of cartwheel luster! The strike is above average, with some details noted on Lafayette's boot, which is often poorly struck. As this is one of those "early" commemorative coins, most were distributed to non-collectors, who mishandled them enough to keep them far from the gem class today. PCGS, for all its years grading coins, has only awarded this grade to 135 coins, with just 62 graded higher. If you demand a gem for your set of this important, and only silver dollar commemorative (except for later issues), then here is an opportunity that is not to be missed.
Estimated Value $5,500-6,000.

Lot 1967
1900 Lafayette Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Medium silvery toning on both sides, deepening to blue and gold near the devices, and fading to bright silver in the fields. Well struck by the dies, but the boot details are weak as always on the reverse. One reeding mark is noted on Washington's broad cheek, which is quite an expanse and is nearly always found with a tick mark or two. Gems are nearly impossible to locate of this issue.
Estimated Value $1,500-2,000.

Lot 1968
1997-P Botanic Garden Silver Dollar. PCI graded Proof 67. Frosty and near perfect surfaces.
Estimated Value $25-30.

Lot 1969
1999-W Washington $5 gold. NGC graded MS-69. As issued by the mint.
Estimated Value $250-350.