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½ Dollar 1992 Olympics
1992 year| Copper-nickel clad copper | 11.34 g | 30.61 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad copper |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#32998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Olive Branch crossing Olympic Torch
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
CITIUS
ALTIUS
FORTIUS
E PLURIBUS
UNUM
S
HALF DOLLAR
Translation:
United States of America
Rapidly
Altius
Stronger
Out of Many
One
S
Half Dollar
Engraver: Steven M. Bieda
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 1992 Olympic Half Dollar was issued along with separate gold and silver coins for the 1992 Olympic Games. The summer games were held in Barcelona, Spain and the winter games were held in Albertville and Savoie, France.The maximum authorized mintage for the 1992 Olympic Half Dollar was set at 6 million, which proved excessive compared to the final sales. Proof versions of the coins were struck at the San Francisco Mint and uncirculated versions were struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The coins were sold individually or in two and three coin uncirculated or proof sets, and a six-coin commemorative set.
As an incentive to collectors, the US Mint included cards with authentic American Olympic athletes’ autographs. The autograph cards were included in the two and three coin proof sets and six coin sets while supplies lasted.
1992-P Uncirculated Olympic Half Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $6.00
Regular Price: $7.50
Final Mintage: 161,607
1992-S Proof Olympic Half Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $8.50
Regular Price: $9.50
Final Mintage: 519,645
Interesting fact
The 1992 Olympics ½ Dollar coin from the United States features a unique design that represents the spirit of the Olympic Games. The obverse side of the coin depicts a male and female athlete in motion, symbolizing the unity and diversity of athletes from around the world who come together to compete in the Games. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of the Olympic flame, which represents the fiery spirit of competition and the pursuit of excellence that defines the Olympic Games. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in Olympic memorabilia or numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 P | 161607 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 S | 519645 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Dollar (1992 Olympics) 1992 coin.
