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“Atrocious Hideousnes­s”

Teddy Roosevelt Inspired the Silver Walking Liberty

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Walking Liberty Half Dollars, or “Walkers” as they were called, led a coin renaissanc­e in the U.S. that was in large part inspired by President Teddy Roosevelt’s 1904 comment that

U.S. coinage was “artistical­ly of atrocious hideousnes­s.” During the first two decades of the 20th century, every circulatin­g coin denominati­on in the U.S. got a new look. The front of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar features Adolph Weinman’s

Walking Liberty design of a confident

Miss Liberty striding toward the sun and the dawning of a new day, draped in an American flag, carrying laurel and oak branches representi­ng peace and strength.

Design Used on the Best-Selling Coin Ever!

This design proved to be so beloved that it was chosen for the Silver Eagle Silver Dollar series back in 1986, a coin that has been the best-selling coin in history! The Walking Liberty’s back depicts a bold eagle with spread wings perched on a rocky crag from which grows a pine branch, a symbol of strength. Together the two images perfectly portrayed the dual message that the U.S. had peaceful intentions, but was prepared to defend itself against aggression.

Worth Much More than 50¢

The beautiful, optimistic, solidly American design of Walking Liberty Half Dollars would have made the coins noteworthy in any historical age. But the fact that they were in circulatio­n during the most challengin­g of times, through World

War I and World War II and the Great Depression, significan­tly elevates their importance in U.S. history! Their patriotic design influenced the lives of millions of U.S. citizens well beyond their 50-cent value. Minted for 31 years (1916-1947), these half dollars embodied American pride, resolve and spirit.

90% Fine Silver in Very Good Condition

Walking Liberty Half Dollars are struck in 12.50 grams of 90% silver. Half dollars today are minted in cupro-nickel, and there hasn’t been a precious silver half dollar in 55 years. Your Walkers will be dated 1934 to 1947 (dates vary) and will arrive in Very Good (VG) collectors condition.

Don’t Miss Out!

Many of these remarkable, historic Walking Liberty Half Dollars were melted down as precious silver, and it’s been estimated that only a fraction of those struck still exist today.

Buy More and SAVE!

Call 1-866-355-3552, and use the offer code below to secure your Walking Liberty Half Dollars. Buy more, save more. Call now!

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