On the Arkansas Centennial Half

It's interesting the things you learn when you obtain a new coin. I just picked up the Robinson/Arkansas Half Dollar on Ebay and during my research, learned that the portrait side, depicting Arkansas Senator Joseph Robinson, is the reverse since the side with the Arkansas Coat of Arms (obverse) has the date, denomination, and "United States of America".

This also holds true of the primary Arkansas Half which depicts a Native American and Liberty on its reverse. Truth be told, I do not think the Robinson/Arkansas design is particularly attractive. I much prefer allegorical Liberty(s), Animals, or Military in Uniform. But the collecting obsession is powerful and I do want to keep adding to my commemorative set as budget permits.

Still waiting for NGC to sort out my Gettysburg Half issue. I guess it is some kind of technical glitch since it shows up as a valid slab when you run its number.

Anyway, please all have an excellent rest of the day and I hope all your numismatic pursuits are fruitful.

Later,

Malcolm

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