USA - 1/2 Dollar 1893 "Columbian Exposition" Silver .900 Original Franklin Mint Blister & Certificate United States: Half Dollar (1/2 Dollar) Year: 1893 Composition: Silver (.900) Weight: 12.5 g Diameter: 30.6 mm Mint: Philadelphia Item Description: Beautiful historical silver half dollar minted for the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago comes in the original presentation pack issued by Le Médaillier Franklin, celebrating the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of the New World. Obverse: Features the bust of Christopher Columbus, designed by Charles E. Barber. Reverse: Shows Columbus' flagship, the Santa Maria, above two hemispheres, designed by George T. Morgan. The coin is perfectly preserved in its original protective blister and comes in the original presentation pack issued by Le Médaillier Franklin (Franklin Mint), complete with the accompanying bilingual historical documentation and certificate of authenticity. This coin is in excellent numismatic condition with sharp, crisp details on the sails, globes, and portrait. A complete and highly collectible set for any historical or US coinage collector. Shipping Notice: Shipping is handled exclusively via insured value mail with a tracking number.