Apollo 11, 50th Anniversary Set 2019, Complete
2019 D APOLLO 11 50C MS

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: United States
Design Description: MODERN COMMEMORATIVES
Item Description: 50C 2019 D Apollo 11 50th Anniv. Early Releases
Full Grade: NGC MS 70
Owner: JAA

Owner Comments:

APOLLO 11 50th ANNIVERSARY UNCIRCULATED HALF DOLLAR

SPECIFICATIONS
Denomination: Half Dollar
Finish: Uncirculated
Composition: 8.33% Nickel, Balance Copper
Diameter: 1.205 inches
Weight; 11.340 grams
Overall Height: 0.123 inch
Edge: Reeded
Mintage Limit: 750,000 (across all options)
Mint: Denver
Mint Mark: D

OBVERSE
Designer: Gary Cooper
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description: This design features the inscriptions "MERCURY," "GEMINI," and 'APOLLO," separated by phases of the Moon, and a footprint on the lunar surface, which together represent the efforts of the United States space program, leading up to the first Moon landing. Additional inscriptions include "2019," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "LIBERTY."

REVERSE
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill
Description: this design features a representation of a close-up of the famous "Buzz Aldrin on the Moon" photograph taken July 20, 1969, that shows the visor and part of the helmet of astronaut Buzz Aldrin. The reflection in Buzz Aldrin's helmet includes astronaut Neil Armstrong, the united States flag, and the lunar lander. Inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "HALF DOLLAR,' and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Date of Issue January 24, 2019
Issue Price for Apollo 11 50th Anniversary 2019 Uncirculated Clad Half Dollar $25.95

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