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This classic silver commemorative is one of the most collected issues from the golden era of U.S. commemoratives. Issued in 1936 to celebrate Cincinnati’s musical heritage, the coin features a portrait of Stephen Foster, known as the “father of American music,” on the obverse and a seated allegorical figure representing music on the reverse. With an original mintage of only 5,005 Philadelphia pieces, the Cincinnati commemorative is considered a lower-mintage classic commemorative and remains highly collectible in premium gem grades. This example is graded a strong MS66 by NGC, placing it well into premium collector territory with excellent eye appeal and strong detail. ⸻ 📋 Coin Details * Coin: Cincinnati Music Center of America Half Dollar * Year: 1936 * Mint: Philadelphia * Denomination: 50C * Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper * Grade: NGC MS66 * Certification #: 8478413-004 * Holder: VaultBox Black Core * Designer: Constance Ortmayer * Mintage: 5,005 (Philadelphia issue)