🎙️ Discover the Story Behind the 1923 Monroe Doctrine Centennial Half Dollar on Coins & Coins & Coins! This episode explores a fascinating intersection of history, Hollywood, and U.S. coinage. Struck to honor the 100th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, this commemorative half dollar featured Presidents James Monroe and John Quincy Adams and was tied to a grand—but ultimately failed—Los Angeles exposition.
Designed by Chester Beach and minted in San Francisco, the 1923 coin was part of a public relations effort by the troubled Hollywood film industry. The exposition promised pageantry, historical reenactments, and even plans to produce educational films, but financial failure led to many coins entering circulation at face value.
We’ll dive into the coin’s controversial design, its limited success, and the congressional debate that questioned the dignity of U.S. commemorative coinage. Learn how this silver half dollar became a symbol of overambition, market saturation, and artistic controversy.
Perfect for numismatists, history buffs, and collectors alike, this episode uncovers the little-known legacy of the Monroe Doctrine Centennial Half Dollar. 💰🇺🇸
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