1937-D Classic Commemorative Oregon Trail Memorial NGC MS-67 CAC

The 1937-D Oregon Trail Memorial Half Dollar is one of the most iconic issues in America’s classic commemorative coinage. Struck at the Denver Mint, this masterpiece pays tribute to the pioneer spirit and the westward expansion of the United States. Designed by the husband-and-wife team James Earle Fraser and Laura Gardin Fraser, its artistry has long been praised as among the finest in U.S. coinage. Certified MS-67 by NGC and approved by CAC, this example boasts superb preservation, rich eye appeal, and represents the upper tier of survivors from this beloved series.

• Year & Mint: 1937-D Oregon Trail Memorial Half Dollar, struck at the Denver Mint

• Certification: NGC MS-67 with CAC approval – ensuring both technical grade and superior quality within the grade

• Population: NGC pop. 562 / CAC pop. 10 or less

• Design: Obverse features a Native American standing before a U.S. map, symbolizing the vanishing frontier; reverse depicts a covered wagon heading westward beneath the setting sun

• Historical Significance: Issued to honor pioneers who braved the Oregon Trail, a symbol of American determination and expansion

• Collector Appeal: Premium gem with CAC endorsement – scarce in this lofty grade, making it a true prize for classic commemorative specialists