Gilroy Roberts

A half dollar obverse

Gilroy Roberts (March 11, 1905, Philadelphia – January 26, 1992) was a sculptor, gemstone carver, and the ninth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint between 1948 and 1964. He is notable for having designed the obverse of the Kennedy Half Dollar.

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Preceded by
John R. Sinnock
Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint
1948–1964
Succeeded by
Frank Gasparro


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