Sell Walking Liberty Half Dollars in New Jersey
Walking Liberty half dollars, struck from 1916 to 1947, are prized for their classic Liberty-striding design and 90 percent silver content. The later dates are common and trade close to their silver, while the early years, especially 1916 to 1921, include several scarce keys that bring strong collector demand. We buy Walking Liberty halves across central New Jersey, single coins or rolls, with a free evaluation and same-day cash if you accept.
Why sell your Walking Liberty halves to us
- Free in-person evaluation, with the date, mint mark, and condition reviewed in front of you
- Same-day cash if you accept, at any of our six central NJ stores, no mail-in wait
- We know the key dates and mint marks, from the 1916 and 1921 issues to the 1938-D
- Fair offers on both common-date silver halves and scarce early keys, based on the current collector market
We also sell Walking Liberty halves to collectors
Building a Walking Liberty set or after a single nice example? We sell them too, from common later dates to tougher early keys and higher grades, priced to the current collector market. Tell us which dates you need and we will check the case.
Visit a coin shop near you
Six central New Jersey stores, free in-person evaluation, same-day cash if you accept. Call ahead for the day's quote.
Frequently asked questions
Which Walking Liberty half dollar dates are the key dates?
The early years carry the keys, including the 1916, the 1916-S, the 1917-S with the mint mark on the front, the 1921, the 1921-D, and the 1921-S, plus the low-mintage 1938-D. We identify the date and mint mark on every coin you bring in.
Where is the mint mark on a Walking Liberty half?
On the 1916 and part of 1917 the mint mark sits on the front below the motto, and from later 1917 onward it moved to the back near the lower left. The position itself matters for some scarce early issues. We check the right spot when we evaluate yours.
Are common Walking Liberty halves worth anything?
Yes. Every Walking Liberty half holds 90 percent silver, so even common, worn later dates always earn a fair offer tied to the current market. The early keys and higher grades add to that. We make an offer on every genuine coin you bring in.
Does condition matter on Walking Liberty halves?
Yes, especially on the early keys. A coin with a full, sharp design and original surfaces is worth more than a worn one, and the difference grows on scarce dates. Bring them as they are, since cleaning can hurt value, and we will assess condition in front of you.
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