Estate-Sourced Coin — Bulk Selection

This coin is part of a batch acquired from estate sales and private collections. These are not newly minted or mass-produced coins — many have been stored for years, sometimes decades, which naturally leads to variation in condition from piece to piece.

Special bulk offers are applied automatically in the shopping cart:

• Choose any 6 coins, pay for 4 only
• Choose any 10 coins, pay for 6 only

Orders are fulfilled sequentially to ensure fairness, with higher-grade coins prioritized for earlier buyers. Each coin is carefully handled and comes in a protective capsule for preservation.

Please note: Each product is limited to one order per customer.

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This 1927 Vermont Sesquicentennial Half Dollar is a notable commemorative issue struck at the Philadelphia Mint to mark the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Bennington in 1777, a pivotal engagement during the American Revolutionary War that bolstered colonial morale and contributed to the eventual independence of Vermont. Authorized by Congress with a maximum mintage of 40,000 pieces, a total of 40,034 were struck (including assay specimens), of which approximately 28,142 were distributed to the public, with the remainder returned and melted.

The coin was produced in connection with celebrations honoring Vermont’s early history and the Green Mountain Boys’ role in the fight for liberty. It is recognized in numismatic circles for its exceptionally high relief, the highest among early commemorative half dollars.

Design Highlights

Designed by the accomplished sculptor Charles Keck, who had previously created the Panama-Pacific Exposition gold dollar, the coin captures key elements of Vermont’s founding spirit.

The obverse features a right-facing bust of Ira Allen, a founder of Vermont and brother of Ethan Allen, leader of the Green Mountain Boys. Allen is depicted with a thoughtful expression, wearing period attire. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “IRA ALLEN FOUNDER OF VERMONT.”

The reverse presents a powerful depiction of a catamount (mountain lion), a now-extinct wild cat native to Vermont’s wilderness, shown in a prowling stance. This fierce symbol represents the rugged independence and natural heritage of the region. Inscriptions include “BATTLE OF BENNINGTON,” the anniversary dates “1777–1927,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and “HALF DOLLAR.” The designer’s initials “CK” appear on the reverse.

Each coin we offer has been carefully selected for its historical importance and quality, making it a meaningful addition for collectors and those passionate about American history and numismatics.

After receiving your complimentary introductory coin or when acquiring this distinguished collectible edition, you may also explore our educational sets and commemorative items. Your support helps us continue our mission of spreading knowledge about American monetary history and cultural heritage.

Every coin is more than a collectible — it is a tangible link to the past and an opportunity for meaningful historical education. By engaging with this 1927 Vermont Sesquicentennial Half Dollar, you join us in preserving and passing on the enduring legacy of Vermont’s courageous struggle for independence and its contributions to the birth of the United States.