Lot of (3) 1893 Columbian Exposition Christopher Columbus Commemorative Silver Half Dollars (90% Silver) - This lot includes (3) 1893 Columbian Exposition Christopher Columbus Commemorative Silver Half Dollars. This rare coin was the first commemorative coin issued by the United States. This Columbian Half Dollar was sold at the World's Columbian Exposition during 1893. The event celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival to the New World. Mintage: 1,548,300. PLEASE NOTE, PRE-AUCTION SALES: GWS reserves the right to sell any Lot(s) through a negotiated transaction at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction. If a Lot is sold through a negotiated transaction, it will be withdrawn from the auction. All pre-auction purchases will receive free, overnight, insured shipping. Please email gwsauctions@gmail.com to submit a pre-auction offer.