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It's technically "A W" and is the monogram of A. A. Weinman, the coin's designer.

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Q: What is the W A on the back of the 1945 half dollar?
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What is the w mark on a 1945 half dollar mean?

A U.S. 1945 Walking Liberty half dollar was designed by Adolph Weinman thereas his initials. These initials are on the reverse all Walking Liberty half dollars from 1916 to 1947.


What does the W mean on the back of a walking liberty half dollar?

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What does the w stand for on the right of a Walking Liberty half dollar?

W on a Walking Liberty half dollar is the designer's initial (A. A. Weinman). The mint mark location is on the back at roughly the 8:00 position - blank, D, or S.


Half silver dollar with the w mint mark from 1943?

W is the monogram of the designer, A. A. Weinmann. The mint mark location is on the back side, at the 8:00 position


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Why is a w on the right bottom of 1937 half dollar?

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What does the W on a 1938 half dollar mean?

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What is the value of a 1943 walking liberty half dollar with a w on the back?

The coin is only worth about $10.00 just for the silver, the "W" adds nothing to the value. Any coin with counter-stamped letters or numbers is reduced to bullion or face value.


Does the W bring any value to the half dollar?

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1943 half dollar w mark?

W is the designer's initial (A. A. Weinman). The mint mark location is on the back at roughly the 8:00 position - blank, D, or S. Regardless of mint mark, 1943 is not a rare date for half dollars. As of 01/2009 it's worth $6 - $8 for its silver content.


What is the value of an 1834 half dollar with a w engraved on the front and back and the words Fifty Cents To A Dollar engraved on the edge?

First, there shouldn't be a "w" on the coin, if there is it isn't part of the official design. Depending greatly on it's condition it would be worth anywhere between $60 and $180 1834 dollars in Uncirculated condition are worth $1,200-2,500