Back in 1893 the World's Fair was being held in Chicago and the U.S. Mint made two different coins to commemorate it. First was the 1892-1893 Columbian Half Dollar (above) and the 1893 Isabella Quarter. The 1892 is worth a little more because it had a lower mintage. The Isabella Quarter is worth $550.00 in AU while the Columbian Half Dollar is worth $19.00 (1892) and $17.00 (1893) in AU. Since many people thought it was crazy to buy a half dollar for one dollar many were put into circulation and are worth more in unciculated condition. It is a good coin to have because it is inexpensive and is made of silver which is soaring in value so you can stock up and not pay too much.
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