1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States commemorative half dollar. Struck in 1921 to honor the 100th anniversary of Alabama's admission to the Union. This coin is notable as one of the first U.S. coins designed by a woman — Laura Gardin Fraser, who later became one of the nation's most prolific coin and medal designers. Two varieties exist: one with a '2X2' privy mark indicating Alabama as the 22nd state, and one without. The obverse features busts of William Wyatt Bibb (first governor of Alabama) and T.E. Kilby (governor at the time of the centennial) facing left, while the reverse displays an eagle perched on a shield with the Alabama state motto. Designed by Laura Gardin Fraser. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. The Alabama Centennial Half Dollar is historically significant as one of the earliest U.S. coins designed by a woman. The '2X2' variety is scarcer and more valuable, with an estimated mintage of 6,006 compared to 59,038 for the plain version.
