1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar

About This Coin

The 1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States cent from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — 7th of 30 years in the series. In 1921, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 65,044. This ranks 56th of 80 years by total mintage, above the series median of 26,967. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, each authorized by an individual act of Congress and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $37K in MS67 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Laura Gardin Fraser.