© United States Mint
© United States Mint
½ Dollar US Army 5-Star Generals
2013 year| Copper-nickel clad copper | 11.34 g | 30.61 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | ½ Dollar = 50 Cents (½ 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#71639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Features the heraldic crest of Fort Leavenworth.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The United States Mint issued three coins as part of a program to recognize and celebrate the 5-Star Generals of the United States Army. The release of the coins would also coincide with the 132nd anniversary of the founding of the United States Army Command and General Staff College. Two of the five individuals to hold this distinction were featured on a clad composition half dollar.On March 21, 2013, the United States Mint officially began sales of the 5-Star Generals Clad Half Dollars. The coins were available individually in either proof or uncirculated versions. During an introductory period the coins were priced at $16.95 for the uncirculated version and $17.95 for the proof version. After April 19, 2013, regular price went into effect, resulting in prices of $20.95 for the uncirculated and $21.95 for the proof.
Later in the year, on August 5, 2013, the Mint also offered the 2013 5-Star Generals Profile Collection. This special product included the uncirculated half dollar and silver dollar from the program, along with a bronze replica of the 1962 General Douglas MacArthur Congressional Gold Medal. The coins and medal were mounted in easel-like packaging containing informative profile cards for each general. The set was priced at $74.95 and limited to 50,000 units.
Across all product options, the clad half dollars were limited to a maximum mintage of 750,000 pieces. Following the recent trend for modern commemorative half dollars, sales were considerably lower. At the conclusion of sales, the final mintages for the half dollars tallied 38,095 uncirculated coins and 47,326 proof coins.
2013-D Uncirculated 5 Star Generals Half Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $16.95
Regular Price: $20.95
Final Mintage: 38,095
2013-S Proof 5 Star Generals Half Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $17.95
Regular Price: $21.95
Final Mintage: 47,326
Interesting fact
The 2013 US Army 5-Star Generals ½ Dollar coin features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins in the US Mint's collection. The coin's obverse (front) side showcases a portrait of five 5-star generals, including George Marshall, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Douglas MacArthur, Omar Bradley, and Henry "Hap" Arnold. This is the first time that these five generals have been featured together on a single coin. Additionally, the coin's reverse (back) side features a striking image of the Great Seal of the United States, which adds to its collectibility and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 D | 38095 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 S | 47326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Dollar (US Army 5-Star Generals) 2013 coin.
