$530.00
1938-D Texas Silver Commemorative Half Dollar – NGC MS65 – Brilliant Luster
This 1938-D Texas Silver Commemorative Half Dollar is graded MS65 by NGC and offers exceptional luster without the cloudy haze often seen on later-date classic commemoratives. The surfaces are bright, well-preserved, and clean for the grade — making it a standout example for collectors who prioritize eye appeal.
Struck to honor the 100th anniversary of Texas independence, the coin features a bold design by Pompeo Coppini. The obverse displays a large star behind an eagle, while the reverse includes portraits of Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin, flanked by the six flags of Texas.
1938 was the final year of issue in this commemorative series, and coins from the Denver Mint are popular with both type and series collectors. With strong luster, historical subject matter, and a clean MS65 grade, this piece checks all the boxes.
One can expect collector interest in Texas commemoratives to steadily increase as we approach the Texas Bicentennial in 2036.
The 1938-D Texas is the lowest mintage of all the Texas commemoratives. However, the 1938 Philadelphia Mint issue is somewhat rarer in Superb Gem condition. The luster on this issue can be either frosty of semi-satin.
