The US 1933 Half Dollar, designed by John R. Sinnock, features a depiction of Liberty and an eagle, symbolizing national resilience during the Great Depression. Struck in 90% silver, the US 1933 Half Dollar reflected the nations reliance on precious metals, despite the economic downturn.
In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt initiated the New Deal to combat the economic collapse. The US 1933 Half Dollar, circulating as daily currency, embodied stability and hope. Sinnock’s design on the coin was part of a broader effort to symbolize American strength and recovery during a time of political and economic turbulence.