Estate-Sourced Coin — Bulk Selection

This coin is part of a batch acquired from estate sales and private collections. These are not newly minted or mass-produced coins — many have been stored for years, sometimes decades, which naturally leads to variation in condition from piece to piece.

Special bulk offers are applied automatically in the shopping cart:

• Choose any 6 coins, pay for 4 only
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Orders are fulfilled sequentially to ensure fairness, with higher-grade coins prioritized for earlier buyers. Each coin is carefully handled and comes in a protective capsule for preservation.

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This 1946 Iowa Centennial Half Dollar is a well-executed commemorative issue struck at the Philadelphia Mint to mark the 100th anniversary of Iowa’s admission to the Union as the 29th state in 1846. Authorized by Congress on August 7, 1946, with a maximum mintage of 100,000 pieces, a total of 100,057 coins were produced (including assay specimens), and nearly the entire issue was distributed to the public.

The coin was issued in connection with statewide centennial celebrations and stands as one of the final silver commemorative half dollars of the classic era. It is particularly noted for its clean, balanced designs created by a former U.S. Mint engraver.

Design Highlights

Designed by Adam Pietz, the coin presents clear and symbolic representations of Iowa’s heritage and statehood.

The obverse features the Iowa state seal, centered on a majestic American eagle with wings spread wide, holding a banner inscribed with the state motto: “OUR LIBERTIES WE PRIZE AND OUR RIGHTS WE WILL MAINTAIN.” Above the eagle are 28 stars, and below appears “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” Encircling the design are the inscriptions “IOWA STATEHOOD CENTENNIAL” and the anniversary dates “1846–1946.”

The reverse depicts the historic Old Stone Capitol building in Iowa City, the state’s first permanent capitol, shown with a cloud formation in the background. Inscriptions include “IN GOD WE TRUST” above the building, “LIBERTY” below, and around the periphery “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “HALF DOLLAR.”

Each coin we offer has been carefully selected for its historical importance and quality, making it a meaningful addition for collectors and those passionate about American history and numismatics.

After receiving your complimentary introductory coin or when acquiring this distinguished collectible edition, you may also explore our educational sets and commemorative items. Your support helps us continue our mission of spreading knowledge about American monetary history and cultural heritage.

Every coin is more than a collectible — it is a tangible link to the past and an opportunity for meaningful historical education. By engaging with this 1946 Iowa Centennial Half Dollar, you join us in preserving and passing on the enduring legacy of Iowa’s pioneering spirit and its contributions to the growth and development of the United States.