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For the first time since 1926, the Oregon Trail half dollar type saw single-year output by both the Philadelphia and San Francisco Mints, with Philly producing twice as many examples in 1936 than its West Coast counterpart did that same year. Still, the 1936 Oregon half dollars are relatively common, with the Philadelphia-mint specimen especially so.
It should be noted that part of the reason for an increase in 1936 half dollars over those of previous years is that the issue price was dropped from $2 apiece to $1.60 each. Also, economic conditions in 1936 were improving somewhat in the United States, which was still suffering through the effects of the Great Depression but was emerging from the darkest days of the early 1930s.
The Oregon commemorative half dollar is considered by many among the most beautiful of all United States coins. Its design, honoring the pioneers who charted -- and often died along -- the 2,000-mile path reaching across the western United States, was the artistic brainchild of husband-and-wife coin design team James Earle Fraser and Laura Gardin Fraser.
Most 1936 Oregon half dollars of either the Philadelphia or San Francisco Mint were very well struck and exhibit decent luster. They are ordinarily found in grades ranging from MS63-66, though become scarce in grades of MS67 or better. As evidenced by the lack of worn examples as encountered in the marketplace, very few of these coins ever reached circulation.
Obverse Description
The obverse shows a Native American standing before a geographical map of the continental United States, with an indication of the actual Oregon Trail across the applicable portion of map.
Reverse Description
The reverse shows a cattle-drive stagecoach rolling over a hill with a large sunset shining in the background.
Catalog Information
GSID:
10343
Designer:
James Earle Fraser, Laura Gardin Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Reverse Designer:
Laura Gardin Fraser
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Oregon Trail
Coin Date:
1936
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
10,006
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9345
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Coin Value History
1936 50c Oregon Trail MS
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1936 50c Oregon Trail MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$8,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $5,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1893 25c Isabella MS
Worth: $135 – $56,000
1900 $1 Lafayette MS
Worth: $200 – $80,000
1921 50c Alabama MS
Worth: $90 – $20,250
1921 50c Alabama, 2x2 MS
Worth: $105 – $18,000
1936 50c Albany MS
Worth: $170 – $16,800
1937 50c Antietam MS
Worth: $400 – $35,000
Arkansas 50c MS [Type]
![Arkansas 50c MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1302_4459-2.20200702183226140.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $75 – $20,000
1935-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $225 – $4,500
1935 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $1,800
1935-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $24,000
1935-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $1,200
1936-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $225 – $4,620
1936 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $1,620
1936-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $20,000
1936-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $75 – $1,800
1936 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $275 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage...
$488
1936 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CDN: $600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 10,006. ...
$763
1936 50C Oregon MS65 PCGS. CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 10,006. ...
$464
1936 50C Oregon MS68 NGC. CAC. ...
$4,880
1936 Oregon Trail Memorial. MS-64 (PCGS).
$244
1936 50C Oregon -- Cleaned, Scratched -- ANACS Details. MS60 Details. Mintage 10,006. ...
$159
1936 50C Oregon MS63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CDN: $210 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage ...
$370
1936 50C Oregon AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/2930). Mintage 10,006. ...
$150
1936 Oregon Trail Memorial. Unc Details--Cleaned (CACG).
$192
1936 50C Oregon MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/2704). NGC Census: (6/1606). CDN: $158 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS...
$132
1936 50C Oregon MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/2264). NGC Census: (0/1392). Mintage: 10,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/P...
$150
1936 50C Oregon AU55--Cleaned--ANACS, UNC Details....
$109
1936 Oregon Trail Memorial. MS-66 (PCGS). Gold CAC. OGH.
$4,514
1936 Oregon Trail Memorial. MS-67 (PCGS). CAC.
$1,220
1936 50C Oregon MS65 PCGS. CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 10,006. ...
$293
1936 50C Oregon Trail MS68 NGC....
$2,400
1936 50C Oregon MS64 PCGS. Mintage 10,006. ...
$228
1936 50C Oregon -- Cleaned -- ANACS. MS60 Details. Mintage 10,006....
$169
1936 50C Oregon MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (176/2572). NGC Census: (35/1601). CDN: $160 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mint...
$156
1936 50C Oregon--Lamination--AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/2610). PCGS Population (4/2171). Mintage: 10,006. Numismedia Wsl. P...
$161
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