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The 1921 Alabama 2X2 half dollars were struck to commemorate the centennial of the southern state's admission to the Union in 1819. While the Alabama half dollar was struck in time for the 102nd anniversary of statehood (as opposed to the 100th anniversary), it nevertheless became a popular coin. It features a jugate portrait of Alabama's first governor, William Wyatt Bibb and then-current governor, Thomas E. Kilby.
Some Alabama half dollars feature a small 2X2 in the right obverse field above the stars. This 2X2 inscription symbolizes the fact that Alabama was the 22nd state admitted to the Union, and these Alabama 2X2 halves were reportedly minted in much small numbers than the plain Alabama half dollars that don't carry the 2X2 feature. Mintage figures are generally reported as 59,038 for the plain issue and 6,006 for the 2X2 variety. However, both the plain and 2X2 varieties are encountered with relatively similar frequency in the numismatic marketplace.
Still, even if the Alabama 2X2 half dollars maintain approximate numerical parity in the marketplace with their plain counterparts, they are considered a conditional rarity. While the plain Alabama half dollars are widely available in grades up through Gem, the Alabama 2X2s are normally found in grades under MS64. Examples in the MS64 and MS65 are scarce, and pieces grading MS66 or higher are rare. Specimens with especially nice eye appeal are particularly challenging and desirable and often command substantial premiums.
Catalog Information
GSID:
10221
Designer:
Laura Gardin Fraser
Obverse Designer:
Laura Gardin Fraser
Reverse Designer:
Laura Gardin Fraser
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Alabama
Variety 2:
2x2
Coin Date:
1921
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
6,006
Coinage Type:
Classic Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1892-1954
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
9225
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Coin Value History
1921 50c Alabama, 2x2 MS
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1921 50c Alabama, 2x2 MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$17,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $12,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS64 PCGS. CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 6,006. ...
$598
1921 50C Alabama 2x2, MS65 PCGS. CDN: $860 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 6,006. ...
$915
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS66 CACG. Mintage 6,006....
$2,196
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS63 NGC. Mintage 6,006. ...
$396
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population: (32/2389). Mintage 6,006. From The Charles R. Meeker, II Collection...
$169
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (203/1995 and 0/71+). NGC Census: (107/1545 and 0/30+). CDN: $280 Whsle. B...
$336
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (32/1713). PCGS Population: (52/2307). CDN: $215 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. M...
$216
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (54/1657). PCGS Population: (78/2227). CDN: $240 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. M...
$210
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 -- Cleaned -- PCGS. Unc Details. PCGS Population: (9/2216 and 0/75+). NGC Census: (0/1662 and 0/29+). ...
$432
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (14/1752). PCGS Population: (23/2390). CDN: $165 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF45. M...
$180
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$21,000
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (4/1669). PCGS Population: (13/2245). Mintage 6,006. ...
$138
1921 50C Alabama 2X2 VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (2/1674). PCGS Population: (0/2216). Mintage 6,006. ...
$94
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 VF35 NGC. NGC Census: (2/1636). PCGS Population (2/2118). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pr...
$106
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (3/1633). PCGS Population (3/2115). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pr...
$118
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .92 suggests Cleaning as the reason, or perhaps one of the rea...
$253
1921 50C Alabama 2x2--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/1477). PCGS Population (1/1914). Mintage: 6,006. ...
$104
1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS61 ANACS. . NGC Census: (10/1407). PCGS Population (20/1793). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price ...
$293
1921 Alabama 2x2 Fine12--Cleaned, Damaged, Tooled--ANACS, ...
$60
1921 50C Alabama 2x2, MS64 PCGS. CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 6,006....
$537
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Worth: $190 – $52,000
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Worth: $360 – $80,000
1921 50c Alabama MS
Worth: $90 – $20,250
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Worth: $160 – $16,100
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Worth: $405 – $35,000
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Worth: $72 – $20,000
1935-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,400
1935 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
1935-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $24,000
1935-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,100
1936-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $216 – $4,520
1936 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,620
1936-D 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $20,000
1936-S 50c Arkansas MS
Worth: $72 – $1,800
1937-PDS Set Arkansas MS
Worth: $261 – $9,700
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