1925 Lexington & Concord Half-Dollar And Stamp PCS

Description: This 1925 Lexington & Concord Commemorative Half-Dollar and Stamp issued by the Postal Commemorative SocietyMintage of the 1925 Lexington Sesquicentennial Commemorative Half Dollar = 162,013 The 1925 Lexington Commemorative Half Dollar celebrates the Sesquicentennial of the Battle(s) of Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, which occurred April 19, 1775. This “shot heard around the world” as the battles of both Lexington and Concord represented the first salvos in the American Revolutionary War. The American colonists were fed up with the heavy-handed governance of the British, and taxation without representation wasn’t popular. It marked the beginning of America’s quest for independence from the throne. This 1925 Lexington & Concord Commemorative Half-Dollar and Stamp issued by the Postal Commemorative Society to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the battle of Lexington and is a great addition to any coin collection. The coin has circulated and is made of silver with a fineness of 0.9. The denomination is 50C and it was struck as a business strike in the United States. The coin is ungraded but features a commemorative design with a variety of the Lexington theme. The package includes 1925 Lexington & Concord circulated commemorative stamp first issued on April 4, 1925. This item is perfect for any collector interested in American history. This coin is a must-have for any collector who is looking for a unique and rare piece. Producing & selling the Lexington Half Dollar The Lexington Half Dollar has always been a popular issue. The issue appeals to so many Americans who like the coin’s themes of patriotism and national independence. There were 300,000 Lexington Half Dollars authorized, however, only 162,013 were distributedThe 162,099 coins minted were struck at the Philadelphia Mint in April and May of 1925. The mintage included 99 coins struck for the Assay Commission, and the first coin struck was presented to President Calvin Coolidge. Interestingly, the planchets used for striking the Lexington Half Dollars had been intended to produce the Stone Mountain Half Dollars in 1924, but there were delays in the production of the Stone Mountain coin. Sales of the Lexington Half Dollar were quite strong. All but 86 coins from this original mintage of 162,099 were sold or distributed. One must wonder if the 86 unsold coins were damaged or otherwise unsellable. (Final Distribution 162,013) PLEASE USE THE PHOTOS FOR CONDITION. THE PICTURES YOU SEE ARE OF THE ACTUAL ITEM THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE. and sold as is. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT ME. Coin Mojo channel sticker included. For all first-time buyers. All items ship next business day

Price: 85 USD

Location: Clinton Township, Michigan

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