1936 Boone PCGS MS66 CAC

1936 Boone PCGS MS66 CAC

Offered here is a beautiful 1936 Daniel Boone Bicentennial Half Dollar, certified PCGS MS66 and approved by CAC, signifying premium quality for the grade. Struck in 90% silver, this classic commemorative represents one of the most popular and widely collected issues of the golden age of U.S. commemorative coinage. In MS66 condition, the coin displays outstanding luster, sharp detail, and exceptional eye appeal, while the coveted CAC sticker confirms that it is a superior example among its peers.

The Daniel Boone Half Dollar was originally authorized to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of American frontiersman Daniel Boone (1734–1820). First issued in 1934, the series continued through 1938 and became one of the most recognized commemorative programs of the era. The obverse features a portrait of Boone, while the reverse depicts Boone standing before a Native American with a Kentucky settlement in the background—a design created by noted sculptor Augustus Lukeman. The 1936 issue was struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints, with the Philadelphia coin boasting a mintage of just 12,012 pieces, making it a desirable collectible today.

The year 1936 was the height of the classic commemorative boom in the United States, with more commemorative coins issued that year than any other. Collectors eagerly sought these special issues, and the Boone series became one of the most actively collected sets of the period. Today, a 1936 Boone Half Dollar in PCGS MS66 CAC offers an attractive combination of historical significance, strong eye appeal, and enduring collector demand, making it a standout addition to any commemorative, silver, or certified coin collection.

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