9999 fine gold (24K), having a reeded edge and business strike finish. Struck at the West Point facility of the US Mint, this fabulous coin is produced from half-ounce of. The reverse displays the majestic American eagle, depicted as rising from a mountain top perch, and surrounded by the engravings “E Pluribus Unum”, “United States of America”, “Half Dollar”, as well as the West Point mintmark, weight and purity of the coin (another difference between the original and centennial coins). She is pictured as holding oak and laurel branches in her left hand while her right arm is extended, being framed by the inscriptions “2016”, “In God We Trust”, “Liberty” and the “W” initial (added for the anniversary version). The obverse showcases the Liberty’s figure in full stride and enveloped in the folds of the United States flag. The superb half dollar centennial coin carries the same stunning design as the original Walking Liberty (issued between 1916-1947), and the American Silver Eagle (minted since 1986), created by the remarkable American sculptor Adolph A. These magnificent gold coins are highly sought-after by collectors around the globe due to their historical design and very limited mintage. The highly anticipated centennial coin trio also includes the 2016 Mercury Dime Centennial Gold Coin, issued in April, and the 2016 Standing Liberty Quarter Centennial Gold Coin, released in September. This 100-year anniversary series which celebrates the three iconic coins, introduced by the US Mint in 1916, will be completed with its last spectacular piece – 2016 Walking Liberty Half Dollar Centennial Gold Coin – available from mid-November.
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