Posted 09/08/2020 5:13 pm
I agree, very nice colorful toning on this example.
Though I have no connection with Delaware - other than a few visits to the state - I've always liked this half dollar and enjoy learning about it and writing about it. I enjoyed reading the full PCGS article.
One quick correction to the article: while it is true that the bills/joint resolution authorizing the Bridgeport Centennial, Wisconsin Centennial and Delaware Tercentenary half dollars were all signed into law on May 15, 1936, the coin proposals were not combined into one bill and jointly authorized via Public Law 74-91 - separate legislation approved each. The Delaware coin was technically approved via Public Resolution 91 (vs. Public Law 91). The Bridgeport half dollar was authorized by Public Law 74-596 and the Wisconsin coin was authorized via Public Law 74-592.
If you are interested in additional information about the coin and collectibles related to it, you might want to check out my previous posts on the coin:
Coin History with Original Holder: 1936 Swedes in Delaware 300th Anniversary
Delaware Tercentenary Commission Bulletins: Delaware 300th Anniversary Bulletins
1936 Delaware Half Dollar's Swedish Cousin: Swedish New Sweden 2 Kr
Delaware Tercentenary Event Badge: 1926 Delaware Tercentenary Celebration Badge
Though I have no connection with Delaware - other than a few visits to the state - I've always liked this half dollar and enjoy learning about it and writing about it. I enjoyed reading the full PCGS article.
One quick correction to the article: while it is true that the bills/joint resolution authorizing the Bridgeport Centennial, Wisconsin Centennial and Delaware Tercentenary half dollars were all signed into law on May 15, 1936, the coin proposals were not combined into one bill and jointly authorized via Public Law 74-91 - separate legislation approved each. The Delaware coin was technically approved via Public Resolution 91 (vs. Public Law 91). The Bridgeport half dollar was authorized by Public Law 74-596 and the Wisconsin coin was authorized via Public Law 74-592.
If you are interested in additional information about the coin and collectibles related to it, you might want to check out my previous posts on the coin:
Coin History with Original Holder: 1936 Swedes in Delaware 300th Anniversary
Delaware Tercentenary Commission Bulletins: Delaware 300th Anniversary Bulletins
1936 Delaware Half Dollar's Swedish Cousin: Swedish New Sweden 2 Kr
Delaware Tercentenary Event Badge: 1926 Delaware Tercentenary Celebration Badge
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09/08/2020 5:13 pm
09/08/2020 5:13 pm
