Lot 2244
1950-S Booker T. Washington Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67 Star. Lovely blue toning on both sides whose shade ranges from sea green to aquamarine and deepest midnight blue. Outstanding! Pop 7; None finer (PCGS # 9422) .
The portrait is from a life mask of Dr. Washington provided by Isaac Scott Hathaway. This issue was struck at all three mints in each year from 1946 through 1951. Included are several low mintage issues. Prices ranged from $1 a coin in 1946 to $3 each in 1951. A 10c stamp honoring Booker T. Washington was issued in 1956.
Estimated Value $7,800 - 8,200.
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