The Coinage Act of 1792 authorized the issuance of the half Disme during the presidency of George Washington. Less than 5,000 coins were minted as somewhat of a pilot program. Thomas Jefferson received the first 1500 coins. Less than 200 coins still exist with many selling well over a million dollars.
The featured 1792 Half Disme tribute is minted in 2 oz of .999 fine silver in high relief. Struck by the Intaglio mint who are known for their beautiful high relief tributes of early US coins. The large size
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