1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary Half Dollar Proof

The modern commemorative coin era began in 1982, when Congress authorized coins to celebrate the 250th anniversary of George Washington’s birth. The 1982 George Washington Commemorative Half Dollar was struck in 90% silver.  It was the first 90% silver coin issued since 1964. One side shows George Washington in a military uniform and on a horse.  The other side shows Washington’s Mount Vernon home.  The coin has been unavailable from the U.S. Mint since 1982.

The obverse design features George Washington astride a horse.

The reverse features Mt. Vernon.

Obverse Inscriptions

• GEORGE WASHINGTON
• LIBERTY
• 250TH ANNIVESARY OF BIRTH
• 1952

Reverse Inscriptions

• UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
• IN GOD WE TRUST
• HALF DOLLAR