1892/1893–1992 Columbus Commemorative 2-pc Set

100 Years of Columbus Commemoratives

Though claims of his “discovering” America may be dubious, there’s no questioning Christopher Columbus’ importance to American history. In August of 1492, Columbus left Spain with the Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria. By mid-October, he had reached “the New World” (an island in the Bahamas). In both 1892/1893 and 1992, the U.S. Mint produced commemorative half dollars to celebrate the 400th and 500th anniversaries of Columbus’ journey. With this set you can secure both the 1892/1893 commemorative and the 1992 commemorative housed together in a deluxe presentation case. 1892/1893 commemorative date varies.

• 1892/93 Columbus Commemorative Half Dollar – Struck to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus arriving in the New World in 1492, this was the first commemorative coin ever issued by the U.S. Mint. It was struck in 12.5 grams of 90% fine silver by the Philadelphia Mint and comes in Circulated condition. The obverse features the bust of Columbus designed by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber. The reverse shows Columbus’s flagship, Santa Maria, and two globes representing the Old and New Worlds as designed by then Assistant Mint Engraver George T. Morgan.
• 1992-S Columbus Commemorative Half Dollar – Representing five centuries of history, this clad coin was released to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus discovering America. It was struck by the San Francisco Mint and comes in gorgeous Proof condition. It features Christopher Columbus striding ashore on the obverse while the reverse features the thee ships of Columbus’ voyage under sail, the Nina, the Pinta, and, leading the way, the Santa Maria.

Discover new worlds of coin collecting with the 1892/1893–1992 Columbus Silver Half Dollar Commemorative Two-Piece Set. Struck 100 years part, these coins pay tribute to Christopher Columbus discovering America. Order yours now!