1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary Silver Half Dollar

The 1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary Silver Half Dollar commemorates the 250th anniversary of George Washington's birth. Issued by the United States Mint, this coin marked the return of modern U.S. commemorative coinage after nearly three decades and was the first modern commemorative half dollar struck in 90% silver.

The obverse, designed by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver Elizabeth Jones, features George Washington on horseback with the inscriptions “GEORGE WASHINGTON” and “250TH ANNIVERSARY OF BIRTH 1982.” The reverse depicts the eastern facade of Washington's home at Mount Vernon, along with a small heraldic eagle.

Coin Details

• Country: United States

• Year: 1982

• Denomination: Half Dollar (50 cents)

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

• Weight: 12.5 grams

• Diameter: 30.6 mm

• Actual Silver Weight: 0.3617 troy oz

• Edge: Reeded

• Designer: Elizabeth Jones

• Obverse: George Washington on horseback

• Reverse: Mount Vernon

• Type: Modern Commemorative