Are 1940s half dollars worth anything?
Mia Phillips
Updated on April 08, 2026
Generally, all business-strike half dollars from the 1940s are worth their silver content if they are circulated. Three different mintmark varieties of the Walking Liberty half were produced in 1942: the 1942 (Philadelphia), 1942-S (San Francisco), and 1942-D (Denver).
How much is a 1941 Walking Liberty Half Dollar Worth?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1941 Walking Liberty Half Dollar value at an average of $9.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $55. (see details)…
How much does a 1940 half dollar weigh?
12.5g
Each Walking Liberty half dollar measures 30.6mm in diameter, weighs 12.5g, and is made of . 900 fine silver….
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What is a 1940 1 2 dollar worth?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1940 Walking Liberty Half Dollar value at an average of $9.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $140.
How to determine the value of a 1940 half dollar?
Judge your coins carefully to accurately determine silver coin values. Once you identify date and mintmark, the condition of your half dollar is the main factor in pricing Walking Liberty halves minted during the 1940’s. Collectors and dealers pay high premiums for coins in better than average condition.
How much is a 1940 Walking Liberty worth?
The minimum 1940 half dollar value is $6.04 – and it rises and falls with the price of silver. How well your old Walking Liberty half dollar has survived and the amount of wear to its surfaces determines if it is valued as a collectible or by silver content.
How much is a silver dollar coin worth?
Our guide covers silver dollar coins issued by The United States from 1794 up until 1935. We have information and value data for one dollar coins worth anywhere from $15 to $10,000,000, and just about every price point in between. You will learn how the condition (aka grade) of a coin greatly affects its value and desirability.
What was the inflation rate in 1940 dollars?
Inflation from 1940 to 2021 Cumulative price change 1,807.53% Average inflation rate 3.71% Converted amount ($100 base) $1,907.53 Price difference ($100 base) $1,807.53 CPI in 1940 14.000
