was to use the funds collected from coin sale surcharges to restore and renovate the Statue of Liberty and the facilities used for immigration at Ellis Island and to establish an endowment that would ensure the continued upkeep and maintenance of these monuments. The initials FG stand for Frank Gasparro the designer of the coins reverse.Read More Read Less Recipient Organization: Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc.Īs specified in Public Law 99-61, the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc.
P, D, S, W mint marks are present on coins. The words United States of America and Half Dollar are present and engraved on the reverse as well. These represent the original 13 colonies. 13 stars radiate along lines stemming from the eagles wings. The date is present as well.īack (Reverse): Contains a bald eagle grasping 13 arrow in its right claw, and am olive branch also containing 13 olives. Mint marks are located to the bottom center of the bust. The words In GOD We Trust and Liberty are engraved. It's edge is Reeded, and the coins are composed of 1971 - Present 75% copper, 25% nickel, 1965-1970 40% silver 60% copper, 1964 - 90% Silver 10% copper.ĭesigner: Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparroįront (Obverse): The front or coin obverse contains the profile of John F. This coin has a total mass of 11.34 g, a diameter of 30.6 mm, and a thickness of 2.15 mm.
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