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Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
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1947-D Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar
The 1947-D Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar is a .900 fine silver coin weighing .3617 troy oz (11.34 g), minted by the United States Mint. It is sought after by collectors for its historical significance and artistic design.
.900 Fine Silver fine· .3617 troy oz (11.34 g)· IRA eligible
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A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AG-2695
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeUncirculated
Chain of custodyUnited States Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1947-D Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar is a significant piece of American numismatic history, struck in .900 fine silver and weighing .3617 troy oz (11.34 g). This coin, minted by the United States Mint in 1947, is celebrated for its artistic representation of Booker T. Washington, a prominent African American educator and leader. The obverse, designed by Isaac Scott Hathaway, features a detailed portrait of Washington, while the reverse depicts a schoolhouse, symbolizing his commitment to education and empowerment. This coin is not only a collectible item but also an investment opportunity, eligible for inclusion in Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m), providing investors with a tangible asset that holds historical significance and potential for appreciation. Rockwell Metals offers seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring competitive pricing. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, with XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers, and is allocated in our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults. Investors can enjoy instant sell-back liquidity or opt for insured armored direct-to-door delivery, making this commemorative half dollar a valuable addition to any collection or investment portfolio.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1947-D Booker T. Washington Commemorative Half Dollar features a portrait of Booker T. Washington, designed by Isaac Scott Hathaway. The inscription 'BOOKER T. WASHINGTON' is prominently displayed, highlighting the coin's commemorative nature.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases an image of a schoolhouse, symbolizing Washington's dedication to education, also designed by Isaac Scott Hathaway. The inscription 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' and the date '1947' are featured, emphasizing its historical context.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Silver
- Purity
- .900 Fine Silver
- Fine Weight
- .3617 troy oz (11.34 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1947
- Grade / Finish
- Uncirculated
- Diameter
- 30.6 mm
- Thickness
- N/A
- Face Value
- $0.50
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AG-BTW-0.5OZ-1947
- Catalog ID
- 2695
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
United States Mint. Die-verified 1947 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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