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A New Addition to my Classic Silver Commem Collection

jfriedm56jfriedm56 Posts: 2,508 ✭✭✭✭✭
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Just added this 1921 Alabama 2x2 PCGS MS65 CAC silver commem. to my collection. With only 6006 pieces struck, a somewhat scarcer issue.

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  • johnny9434johnny9434 Posts: 29,687 ✭✭✭✭✭

    There's some nice skin on it, I like 👍

  • pcgscacgoldpcgscacgold Posts: 3,214 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Very cool. Nice addition to your set. Congrats.

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  • ElKevvoElKevvo Posts: 4,162 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I like it! Thanks for posting...

    K

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  • Coins3675Coins3675 Posts: 741 ✭✭✭

    Really nice luster. Great NEWP.

  • VeepVeep Posts: 1,469 ✭✭✭✭

    Always liked that eagle.

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  • DisneyFanDisneyFan Posts: 2,587 ✭✭✭✭✭

    MS65 CAC Great luster = Smart buy!

  • winestevenwinesteven Posts: 5,063 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited October 31, 2025 2:29AM

    Zac - Great pickup - I love the luster!

    For those reading this that may not know, the Alabama Commem has two versions. The first version has the “2x2” in the right obverse field, representing Alabama as the 22nd state admitted to the Union (notice the 22 stars). The "X" in the 2x2 does not mean “2 times 2”, but alludes to the St. Andrew's cross on the state flag. To encourage sales, the Alabama committee decided to produce a second, "plain" version of the coin with the "2x2" inscription removed. I find it fascinating studying the background of many of the 50 Classic Silver Commem designs, as many “games” were played, like the one I just described.

    Back to @jfriedm56’s lovely newp. Yes, only 6,006 of the 2x2 version were made. What’s much rarer about your coin though, is that there are only 101 of these 2x2 versions graded MS65 that merit a CAC sticker!

    Enjoy this special coin!

    Steve

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  • jfriedm56jfriedm56 Posts: 2,508 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @winesteven, thanks Steve. Appreciate the write-up. Interesting coin and history and I also really like the reverse eagle too.

  • rooksmithrooksmith Posts: 1,159 ✭✭✭✭

    Who are the two gentlemen on the obverse? This is one of those underrated coins. Any more background?

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  • rooksmithrooksmith Posts: 1,159 ✭✭✭✭

    The two men depicted on the obverse of the 1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative half dollar are William Wyatt Bibb and Thomas E. Kilby.

    Here’s a bit more context on each figure:

    🧔 William Wyatt Bibb

    • Role: First governor of Alabama
    • Legacy: Served from 1819 until his death in 1820, shortly after Alabama achieved statehood.
    • Significance: His inclusion honors Alabama’s founding leadership during its transition from territory to state.

    🧔 Thomas E. Kilby

    • Role: Governor of Alabama at the time of the coin’s issuance in 1921
    • Legacy: Advocated for progressive reforms in education, infrastructure, and prison conditions.
    • Historical Note: Kilby was the first living person ever featured on a U.S. coin, making this issue historically unique.

    The coin was struck to commemorate Alabama’s centennial (1819–1919) and features 22 stars to represent Alabama as the 22nd state admitted to the Union. There are two versions: one with the “2x2” inscription and one without, referencing Alabama’s place in the Union and its state flag symbolism.

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  • stockdude_stockdude_ Posts: 527 ✭✭✭✭

    Very nice coin. The strike is fantastic

  • ashelandasheland Posts: 23,987 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Very nice addition 👍

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  • pcgsregistrycollectorpcgsregistrycollector Posts: 2,111 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @rooksmith said:
    The two men depicted on the obverse of the 1921 Alabama Centennial Commemorative half dollar are William Wyatt Bibb and Thomas E. Kilby.

    Here’s a bit more context on each figure:

    🧔 William Wyatt Bibb

    • Role: First governor of Alabama
    • Legacy: Served from 1819 until his death in 1820, shortly after Alabama achieved statehood.
    • Significance: His inclusion honors Alabama’s founding leadership during its transition from territory to state.

    🧔 Thomas E. Kilby

    • Role: Governor of Alabama at the time of the coin’s issuance in 1921
    • Legacy: Advocated for progressive reforms in education, infrastructure, and prison conditions.
    • Historical Note: Kilby was the first living person ever featured on a U.S. coin, making this issue historically unique.

    The coin was struck to commemorate Alabama’s centennial (1819–1919) and features 22 stars to represent Alabama as the 22nd state admitted to the Union. There are two versions: one with the “2x2” inscription and one without, referencing Alabama’s place in the Union and its state flag symbolism.

    Nice!

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  • CAC_ManCAC_Man Posts: 14 ✭

    Great Piece!

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