1936 Albany, New York Charter. MS-66 (PCGS). CAC.

1936 Albany, New York Charter. MS-66 (PCGS). CAC.，Splendid satin surfaces are silky smooth with delicate toning in iridescent sandy-gold. Half dollars of this type commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of Albany, New York. The issue was authorized by Act of Congress dated June 16, 1936, and produced to the extent of 25,000 coins for distribution. Only 17,658 pieces were sold, however, with the balance of the mintage destroyed through melting.，From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Acquired directly from the Albany Dongan Charter Coin Committee, 1936.，