Elgin, Illinois Centennial Half Dollar
Commemorative Coins
- Year of Issue: 1936
- Authorizing Legislation: Public Law 74-688
Background
The Elgin, Illinois Centennial Half Dollar was released in 1936 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the city’s founding.
Characteristics
The obverse design features the head of a pioneer.
The reverse features a group of four pioneer figures.
Obverse Inscriptions
- PIONEER
- IN GOD WE TRUST
- 1673-1936
Reverse Inscriptions
- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- PIONEER MEMORIAL
- ELGIN ILLINOIS
- E PLURIBUS UNUM
- HALF DOLLAR
Mint and Mint Mark
Artist Information
- Designer: Trygve A. Rovelstad