1943 Walking Liberty Half Dollar | PCGS | MS-65

Available for purchase at Austin Rare Coins & Bullion, this 1943 Walking Liberty Half Dollar is an attractive, high quality silver coin from the World War II era. Certified by PCGS in Mint State 65 condition, this coin displays exceptional quality with brilliant luster, sharp details, and outstanding eye appeal, making it a prized addition to any collection of U.S. silver coins.

While we are listing this particular date, there are several other dates and mintmarks in the series available for the same price, particularly from 1940 through 1947.  Just call us for more details and other dates we have available.  We think this series has overlooked value at current price levels, particulary in this quality. 

The obverse of the coin features Adolph A. Weinman's timeless design of Lady Liberty striding confidently toward the dawn of a new day. Draped in the American flag and carrying branches of laurel and oak, she symbolizes strength, freedom, and hope. The inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the year "1943" surround the elegant image. As you may have realized, this is the same design used for the Silver American Eagle series beginning in 1986.

The reverse showcases a majestic American bald eagle perched on a rocky crag, wings partially spread, with a mountain pine growing from the rock—a representation of resilience and independence. The detailed craftsmanship of this design, along with the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "HALF DOLLAR," highlight the artistic brilliance of Weinman’s work.

Struck in 90% silver, the 1943 Liberty Half Dollar holds both intrinsic and historical value. As part of the beloved Walking Liberty Half Dollar series (1916-1947), it represents an era of American resilience during one of the most pivotal periods in world history. The Mint State 65 grade underscores the coin’s superior preservation and high level of detail.