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1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar — ANACS MS61 — Old Soapbox — TonedOffered is an attractive 1893 Columbian Exposition commemorative half dollar, certified by ANACS as MS61 and housed in the collectible older-style ANACS small white holder commonly known as a “Soapbox.”This straight-graded Mint State example displays attractive multicolor toning, with shades of blue/teal around portions of the periphery along with violet, russet and golden-gray coloration across the surfaces. The appearance changes noticeably with lighting and viewing angle, as shown in the photographs.The obverse depicts Christopher Columbus, while the reverse features his flagship, the Santa María, above two hemispheres representing the Old and New Worlds.Coin Details:* Date: 1893
* Denomination: 50 Cents
* Issue: Columbian Exposition Commemorative Half Dollar
* Mint: Philadelphia
* Grade: ANACS MS61
* Certification #: PK0749
* Holder: Old ANACS “Soapbox” holder
* Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
* Weight: 12.50 grams
* Actual Silver Weight: 0.3617 troy oz
* Diameter: 30.60 mm
* Edge: Reeded
* Mintage: 1,550,405
* Designers: Charles E. Barber / George T. Morgan Issued in connection with the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, the Columbian half dollars of 1892–1893 were among the earliest United States commemorative coins and remain one of the most recognizable classic commemorative issues.The coin is straight graded MS61 by ANACS. The holder does not carry a PL or Prooflike designation.The exact coin and vintage ANACS Soapbox holder pictured are the items the buyer will receive. Color can vary depending on lighting, viewing angle and display settings, so please review all photographs carefully for the coin’s appearance and holder condition.
