2019-S Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Proof Half Dollar (OGP/COA)

Description

Description
The United States Mint is proud to present the Apollo 11 50th
Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program to celebrate the first manned
Moon landing on July 20, 1969, and the efforts of the United States
space program leading up to this historic event. All coins share common
designs and are curved.
Obverse: This design features the inscriptions “MERCURY,” “GEMINI,”
and “APOLLO,” separated by phases of the Moon, and a footprint on the
lunar surface, which together represent the efforts of the United States
space program leading up to the first manned Moon landing. Additional
inscriptions include “2019,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and “LIBERTY.”
Reverse: This design features a representation of a close-up of the
famous “Buzz Aldrin on the Moon” photograph taken July 20, 1969, that
shows just the visor and part of the helmet of astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
The reflection in Buzz Aldrin’s helmet includes astronaut Neil
Armstrong, the United States flag, and the lunar lander. Inscriptions
include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “HALF DOLLAR,” and “E PLURIBUS
UNUM.”
Specifications
Denomination:
Half Dollar
Finish:
Proof
Composition:
8.33% Nickel, Balance Copper
Overall Height:
0.123 inch
Weight:
11.340 grams
Diameter:
1.205 inches
Edge:
Reeded
Mint and Mint Mark:
San Francisco – S