The 1917 Walking Liberty half dollars have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins.
Specifications
Type: Walking Liberty Half Dollar
Year: 1917
Face Value: $0.50
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .36169 oz.
Total Weight: 12.5 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $23.79
The US minted the 1917 half dollar with no mint mark and also the 1917 D half dollar and 1917 S half dollar. The mint marks can be found on different locations, depending on the series.
| Series |
Location |
Quantity Minted |
| 1917 |
Philadelphia |
12,292,000 |
| 1917 D Obverse Mint Mark |
Denver |
765,400 |
| 1917 D Reverse Mint Mark |
Denver |
1,940,000 |
| 1917 S Obverse Mint Mark |
San Francisco |
952,000 |
| 1917 S Reverse Mint Mark |
San Francisco |
5,554,000 |
Value
This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $23.79. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $65.78 per ounce.
The 1917 half dollar with no mint mark is worth around $40 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $44. In extremely fine condition the value is around $60. In uncirculated condition the price is around $245 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $470.
The 1917 D half dollar with the obverse mint mark is worth around $60 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $155. In extremely fine condition the value is around $340. In uncirculated condition the price is around $1,000 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $1,550.
The 1917 D half dollar with the reverse mint mark is worth around $55 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $130. In extremely fine condition the value is around $300. In uncirculated condition the price is around $1,400 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $2,200.
The 1917 S half dollar with the obverse mint mark is worth around $75 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $455. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1,150. In uncirculated condition the price is around $4,600 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $6,250.
Lastly the 1917 S half dollar with the reverse mint mark is worth around $48 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $90. In extremely fine condition the value is around $235. In uncirculated condition the price is around $1,000 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $1,750.
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Grading System
Very good- Half of Liberty's skirt lines are visible. The motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is distinct.
Very fine- The lines on Lady Liberty's skirt look sharp. There is a small amount of wear on Lady Liberty's right arm and breast.
Extremely fine- Almost all of Lady Liberty's gown lines are visible.
MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
Sources:
The Red Book
See also:
1918 Half Dollar
1916 Half Dollar