1921 Alabama Half Dollar 2X2
Wear & Strike Notes
Alabama Silver Commem CACG MS65 CAC
About This Coin
Laura Gardin Fraser’s design for the 1921 Alabama Centennial half dollar remains a high-water mark for early twentieth-century American numismatics. As the first woman to design a U.S. coin, Fraser delivered a masterclass in portraiture, pairing Alabama's first governor, William Bibb, with its then-current governor, Thomas Kilby—marking the first time a living person appeared on a United States coin.
This specimen features the desirable "2X2" in the obverse field, a symbol representing Alabama's status as the twenty-second state. While many of these commemoratives suffered from improper storage or harsh cleaning over the decades, finding a 2X2 variety preserved at the Gem MS65 level is a distinct pleasure. This piece has earned the verification of CACG, confirming its exceptional preservation and strict adherence to the standards of the grade.
For the collector of classic commemoratives or historic portraiture, this is an honest, beautifully preserved survivor that anchors a registry or type set with quiet authority.
