The US 1976 Half Dollar, designed by Jack A. Lee, was issued to commemorate the bicentennial of the United States. Its reverse featured a bold depiction of the Liberty Bell and the moon, reflecting America’s spirit of independence and progress. The coins copper-nickel composition marked a shift from silver, in response to rising silver prices, aligning with the nations efforts to reduce minting costs during a time of economic uncertainty.
Lee’s design for the 1976 Half Dollar was politically significant, celebrating the nation’s 200th anniversary. The change in metal composition mirrored economic adjustments, while the design conveyed national pride, symbolizing both historical legacy and future growth.