Your First Walking Liberty Half Dollar
Bring Home a Genuine Piece of American History
Every coin is a genuine Walking Liberty Half Dollar struck between 1916 and 1947 and made from 90% silver. Whether you're buying your first historic coin or adding to an existing collection, you'll own a genuine piece of American history.
Every order includes our free Beginner's Collector Guide to help you appreciate the coin's history and understand what makes it one of America's most beloved designs.
Every coin is individually examined before being added to our inventory, so you can buy with confidence.
The Walking Liberty Half Dollar is one of the most admired coins ever produced by the United States Mint. Its timeless design, genuine 90% silver content, and rich history make it one of the best first coins for a new collector. It's affordable, historically significant, and a coin you'll be proud to own for years.
Buying an historic coin should be enjoyable, not confusing. Every order includes our free Beginner's Collector Guide, and if you ever have questions, you'll be talking to real collectors who have been helping people build collections since 1993.
- Hand-selected XF Walking Liberty Half Dollar (1916–1947)
- 90% silver — 0.3617 troy oz of genuine silver content
- Free Beginner's Collector Guide included with every order
- Free Shipping included with every order
Ships in a protective capsule along with your free Collector's Guide.
Why Our Walking Liberty Half Dollars Are Different
Not all Walking Liberty Half Dollars are selected the same way. Every coin we offer is individually examined before it is added to our inventory. We don't buy large lots and ship random coins without review. Our goal is simple: provide a coin we'd be proud to add to our own collection.
The coin itself
Why Collectors Love
the Walking Liberty
Before you start a collection, you want to know you're starting with something worth owning. The Walking Liberty Half Dollar clears that bar easily — it's one of the most celebrated coin designs in American history, and it has been for over a century.
- Considered one of the most beautiful coins ever issued by the U.S. Mint — a distinction serious collectors have recognized for generations
- Designed by renowned sculptor Adolph A. Weinman — the same artist behind the Mercury Dime, another classic of the era
- Struck from 1916 to 1947 — spanning two World Wars and one of the most consequential periods in American history
- Contains 0.3617 troy ounces of 90% silver — real precious metal content, not just collector appeal
- The design lives on today on the American Silver Eagle — the most popular silver bullion coin in the world, still struck by the U.S. Mint
Walking Liberty Half Dollar — Adolph A. Weinman, 1916–1947
Why the Walking Liberty Is the Perfect First Coin?
First issued in 1916, the Walking Liberty Half Dollar is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful coins ever produced by the United States Mint. Struck in 90% silver and collected for generations, it offers an affordable way to own a genuine piece of American history while beginning a collection with lasting appeal.
- 90% Silver — Genuine precious metal value in every coin.
- Minted 1916–1947 — Collected by generations of Americans.
- Historic U.S. Coin — A tangible connection to America's past.
- Inspired the Silver Eagle — Adolph Weinman's design lives on today.
- Affordable Entry Point — One of the best ways to begin a meaningful collection.
Your Recommended Collector Path
Start Here.
Where Your Collection
Can Go Next.
This is the path we'd recommend to a friend just getting started — seven coins that build a meaningful collection and hold their own as tangible silver assets. Buy them in order, or out of order, one at a time or several at once. It's your collection.
No commitment, no pressure. This is simply the path we'd recommend to a friend who's just getting started. Buy in any order, at any pace. Questions? Call, email, or stop by. That's what we're here for.
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A Collector's Guide
Every Walking Liberty Half Dollar we sell includes a printed collector's guide created to help new collectors understand what makes this coin special and where to go next as their collection grows.
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Since 1993, we've helped collectors build meaningful collections one coin at a time. Whether this is your first Walking Liberty Half Dollar or the beginning of a lifelong hobby, we're honored to be part of the journey.
Your order includes
What Arrives In Your Package
Everything you need to start collecting — for $49.95.
- Hand-Selected Walking Liberty Half DollarEvaluated for eye appeal and collector quality
- Protective CapsuleCrystal-clear, collector-grade coin holder
- Certificate of AuthenticityIncluded with every order
- Free Collector's GuidePrinted beginner's guide with your recommended next steps
- 100% Authentic or Your Money Back10-day return policy, no questions asked
Frequently Asked Questions
No — not even close. There are no monthly shipments, no membership fees, no clubs to join, and no fine print requiring you to cancel. You buy a coin, we ship it. That’s the entire transaction.
That said, we’re not going to just take your money and disappear. Every order includes our Collector’s Guide with the recommended path — Walking Liberty, Mercury Dime, Peace Dollar, Morgan Dollar, Franklin Half, Kennedy Half, and the American Silver Eagle — so you always know what makes sense to add next. From time to time, we may reach out with something we think you’d genuinely find useful — a coin that fits your collection or a helpful resource for new collectors. Never pushy, never automated. Just a real person at a family-owned shop who wants to help you build something you’re proud of.
The path is yours to follow at your own pace.
Shipping is free. Every order ships at no additional charge, fully insured and with tracking so you can follow it every step of the way.
Every first order ships with our printed Collector’s Guide — a beginner-friendly booklet we put together specifically for new collectors. It covers the history of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar, how to read a coin’s grade, key dates to know, how to store and handle your coins, and our recommended path for what to add to your collection next. No jargon, no subscriptions — just practical guidance to help you collect with confidence.
Yes! Every Walking Liberty half-dollar is genuine U.S. legal tender, officially struck by the U.S. Mint in real silver, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Walking Liberty half-dollar — 90% silver — 0.3617 troy oz
Because these are genuine, circulated coins in very fine to extra fine condition, light marks or signs of handling may be present. However, every coin is carefully selected to fall within the Very Fine to Extremely Fine (VF–XF) condition range, with solid detail and overall eye appeal suitable for collectors.
We do not include heavily damaged, heavily worn, or low-quality coins.
This isn’t pulled from bulk inventory or picked at random. Each Walking Liberty half-dollar is individually selected to meet our stated condition standards and chosen for collector appeal. Rather than sorting through hundreds of online listings, you get a genuine piece of American history hand-picked by an established coin dealer with decades of experience — and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and protective capsule included.
Yes. Every coin is individually reviewed before it’s included to ensure it meets our condition standards and overall quality expectations. We only include problem-free coins that are suitable for collectors.
Absolutely. Every coin includes a Certificate of Authenticity and a protective holder, both included free with each order.
If your order is in stock, it typically ships within 1–2 business days. Delivery via USPS generally takes around 5 business days, though we can’t guarantee an exact arrival date once the package is in the USPS system. Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking number so you can follow it every step of the way.
Absolutely! If you have a question, you’re welcome to call us — we’re always happy to help. We believe in working directly with our customers and are here to make the process simple and straightforward. Our toll free number is (800) 323-5055.