© Image courtesy of the United States Mint
© Image courtesy of the United States Mint
½ Dollar National Purple Heart Hall of Honor
2022 year| Copper-nickel clad copper | 11.34 g | 30.60 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad copper |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Diameter | 30.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#321357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
A young boy holding the dress cap of an enlisted Marine. The silhouette of a Marine in dress blues stands behind him in negative space, emphasizing the loss that affects the families of Purple Heart recipients.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
HALF DOLLAR
SOME GAVE ALL
Engraver: John McGraw
Designer: Beth Zaiken
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 2022, the U.S. Mint released the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Clad Half Dollar as part of the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coin Program. It honors the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, an institution that commemorates the extraordinary sacrifice of U.S. service members who have been awarded the Purple Heart. The Mint will also strike a $5 gold coin and a silver dollar coin with different designs as part of the program.On May 28, 1932, 136 World War I veterans became the first recipients of the Purple Heart. Since then, it has been awarded to an estimated 1.8 million servicemen and servicewomen. The Purple Heart is currently awarded to any member of the U.S. Armed Forces who has been wounded or killed by enemy action.
Interesting fact
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor ½ Dollar coin features a unique design that includes a representation of the Purple Heart medal, which is awarded to members of the US military who have been wounded or killed in combat. The coin's design also includes a silhouette of a soldier and a bald eagle, symbolizing the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served in the military.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 D | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2022 S | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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