Rhode Island Half Dollar

This coin marked the 300th anniversary of the founding of Providence which is Rhode Islands state’s capital. This coin honors the anniversary of the landing of Roger Williams in 1636. No mention of this city may be found on the coin. Just 50,000 coins were authorized to be struck.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Diameter: 30.6 millimeters
Weight: 12.5 grams
Composition: .900 silver, .100 copper
Edge: Reeded
Net Weight: .36169 ounce pure silver