This ring is made with an authentic Silver Half Dollar from 1892-1893. The coin was issued as America's first commemorative coin! In 1892 a 400 year celebration of Columbus in the America's was held in Chicago as a major national convention. As a way to raise funds, managers of the Columbus Convention convinced U.S. Minting to design and produce a 50c commemorative coin sold for $1 to the public as collector coins. 5 Million coins were minted between 1892-1893 and the project was a dismal failure. Half the coins were melted down, almost half were released into normal circulation, and a small portion were actually sold. These coins make for excellent rings also! Wear something with a fascinating history. Details - Authentic U.S. Half Dollar 1892-1893 (random year selected unless specified by you) - Material: 90% Silver - Sized: 8-13 - Finish: patina or shine Please allow up to 2 weeks to make and ship this ring to your door.