Price Guide for 1941 Half Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 – $5,200.00Uncirculated: $22.00 – $50,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $7.50 – $121.50Uncirculated: $10.55 – $6,795.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $17.00 – $50.00Uncirculated: $55.00 – $57,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $9.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $26.00 – $36,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.99 – $63.88Uncirculated: $14.60 – $1,395.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $17.00 – $50.00Uncirculated: $55.00 – $36,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $14.00 – $2,800.00Uncirculated: $33.00 – $90,850.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.99 – $119.00Uncirculated: $14.50 – $14,599.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $17.00 – $90.00Uncirculated: $100.00 – $42,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $60.00 – $135.13Uncirculated: $258.50 – $2,585.00
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eBayCirculated: $17.00 – $135.00Uncirculated: $89.95 – $900.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40.00 – $150.00Uncirculated: $160.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $173.00 – $1,200.00Uncirculated: $173.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $142.27 – $629.99Uncirculated: $35.00 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $155.00 – $250.00Uncirculated: $325.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $152.75 – $1,680.00
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eBayCirculated: $46.51 – $99.00Uncirculated: $48.55 – $1,700.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $110.00Uncirculated: $125.00 – $2,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $141.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $800.00 – $1,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,112.50
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eBayUncirculated: $200.00 – $3,499.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $175.00 – $185.00Uncirculated: $200.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $408.00 – $2,280.00
Design and Specifications of the 1941 Half Dollar
The 1941 Walking Liberty Half Dollar was minted during a significant period in American history, as the United States was on the brink of entering World War II. This coin design, first introduced in 1916, was part of a wave of artistic changes in American coinage initiated by President Theodore Roosevelt to beautify U.S. currency.
The Walking Liberty design is widely considered one of the most beautiful in American coinage history, symbolizing the nation’s stride towards a bright future. Its production in 1941 coincided with increased silver demand due to pre-war economic conditions.
| Weight | 12.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Walking Liberty, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with wings spread, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1941 Walking Liberty Half Dollar significantly impacts its value. While these coins are generally common in circulated grades, they become increasingly scarce in higher mint state conditions.
Coins in MS65 or above are highly sought after by collectors, with the San Francisco mint issues being particularly challenging to find in such high grades. The presence of full striking detail on Liberty’s hand and the eagle’s feathers can add substantial premiums to the coin’s value.
Luster quality is crucial for mint state examples, with coins exhibiting full, cartwheel luster commanding higher prices. Natural toning, if attractive, can also enhance the coin’s appeal and value to collectors.
Mintage: 24,207,412
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among collectors of the series
Mintage: 11,248,400
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, slightly higher demand than Philadelphia mint
Mintage: 8,098,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially in higher grades
Strike quality varies among the different mint locations, with San Francisco generally producing sharper strikes. This factor can influence collector demand and pricing, especially for high-grade examples.
Die state and die variety collecting is not as prominent for 1941 half dollars compared to earlier dates in the series, but any discovered major die varieties could potentially command a premium.
The historical significance of 1941, being the year the U.S. entered World War II, adds some additional appeal to these coins for history-oriented collectors, potentially influencing demand and value in the numismatic market.
