Hudson, New York Sesquicentennial Half Dollar

Commemorative Coins
  • Year of Issue: 1935
  • Authorizing Legislation: Public Law 74-48

Background

The Hudson, New York Sesquicentennial Half Dollar was released in 1935 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the city’s founding.

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Characteristics

The obverse design features the seal of the city of Hudson.

The reverse features a two-masted sailing vessel under full sail with the moon in the background.

Obverse Inscriptions

  • CITY OF HUDSON NY
  • ET DECUS ET PRETIUM RECTI
  • E PLURIBUS UNUM
  • 1785–1935

Reverse Inscriptions

  • UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
  • IN GOD WE TRUST
  • HUDSON
  • HALF DOLLAR

Mint and Mint Mark

Artist Information

  • Designer: Chester Beach
Content last reviewed December 21, 2016

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