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2013-S 5 Star Generals Proof Commemorative Clad Half Dollar Coin

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We are pleased to offer for sale this 2013 5 Star Generals Commemorative Clad Proof Half Dollar. The coin was struck to commemorate the 132nd anniversary of the founding of the United States Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC). Established in 1881, the CGSC has played a decisive role in the education and training of officers in times of war and peace.

This PROOF strick coin was struck at the San Francisco (S) Mint. There was a mintage limit of 750,000 across all types. This Half Dollar is comprised of .083 (8.3%) nickel and the balance copper, with a diameter of 30.61mm and a weight of 11.34 grams.

The obverse of the coin shows Generals Henry "Hap" Arnold and Omar N. Bradley with the 5-Star insignia above their heads. Inscriptions include "Henry "Hap" Arnold", "Omar N. Bradley", "IN GOD WE TRUST", "2013", and "LIBERTY". The reverse features the heraldic crest of Fort Leavenworth. The obverse and reverse were designed and sculpted by Pheobe Hemphill.

The 2013 5 Star Generals Commemorative Clad Half Dollar PROOF Coin comes in the original U.S. Mint Packaging with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA.)

This coin is a great value for the price! Don't miss out on this rare 2013-S 5 Star Generals Commemorative Clad Half Dollar PROOF Coin!


At a glance
Year: 
2013
Mint: 
San Francisco (S)
Coin Type: 
Modern Commemorative Half Dollar
Denomination: 
Half Dollar (50C)
Grade: 
Proof (PR)
Composition: 
.92 (92%) Copper and .08 (8%) Nickel
Edge Type: 
Reeded
Diameter: 
30.60 mm
Mass: 
11.34 grams (each)
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Modern Commemorative Coins

The U.S. Mint did not make commemorative coins from 1955-1981, despite repeated calls from the public to do so. In 1982 the Treasury department finally issued it's first commemorative coin since 1954, a silver half dollar honoring the 250th anniversary of George Washington's birth. In the past, the responsiblity for distributing commemorative coins had been placed in the hands of a commission or private individuals. This time, the responsibility fell to the U.S. Mint, and all profits were distributed to the U.S. Government. With the coming of the 1983 and 1984 Los Nageles Omypics, came the opportunity to place a surcharge on each coin, each to the benefit of an organization that was determined by Congress (in this case, the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee). While this change was widely criticized at the time, it is now the standard and the practice continues with very little controversy.

While modern commemorative coins have not seen much appreciation from the public in general, these coins continue be be incredibly significant in their historical, cultural and sentimental value.

Be sure to look at all of our Modern Commemorative Coins and Coin Sets. Chances are you will find one honoring a subject you have a deep affection towards!




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