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The 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is a US Mint-issued silver fifty-cent coin created to honor two important milestones in the history of Norfolk, Virginia: the 200th anniversary of its incorporation as a borough and the 300th anniversary of the original land patent granted for the area. With a limited final mintage of just 16,936 coins, this release stands as one of the lower-production commemorative half dollars from the classic era. Because of its scarcity and historic significance, it remains a popular choice among collectors focused on early 20th-century American commemorative coinage. This particular example represents the peak of MS67 quality with the added MS67+ designation by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). Right now, the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
This 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is offered in MS67+ condition, representing a piece with the highest-quality MS67 visuals. The obverse is largely untoned with a bright, satin-frost luster and sharply defined entails. Meanwhile, the reverse shows an even, light golden-brown toning with a subtle, satin glow.
This commemorative coin was issued to help raise funds for Norfolk’s Bicentennial celebration in 1936. Like many commemorative releases of the period, it was intended to serve both as a collectible and as a fundraising tool for civic events. Coins were sold to collectors at prices above face value, and the proceeds supported local celebrations as well as various civic projects tied to Norfolk’s anniversary observances.
The obverse of the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Coin features the Norfolk city mace alongside the Royal Mace of the Borough of Norfolk, England. These two ceremonial objects reflect the historical relationship between the Virginia city and the English borough that shares its name. The design was created by husband-and-wife artists William Marks Simpson and Marjorie Emory Simpson.
On the reverse, the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar presents the seal of the City of Norfolk. At the center is a three-masted ship, a reference to Norfolk’s maritime roots and its long-standing importance as a naval and shipping port. Surrounding the design are the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “HALF DOLLAR,” and the date 1636.
If you have any questions about unique US 90% silver coins, we’re happy to help. Please contact JM Bullion at 800-276-6508, connect with us online through our web chat, or simply send us an email.
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The 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is a US Mint-issued silver fifty-cent coin created to honor two important milestones in the history of Norfolk, Virginia: the 200th anniversary of its incorporation as a borough and the 300th anniversary of the original land patent granted for the area. With a limited final mintage of just 16,936 coins, this release stands as one of the lower-production commemorative half dollars from the classic era. Because of its scarcity and historic significance, it remains a popular choice among collectors focused on early 20th-century American commemorative coinage. This particular example represents the peak of MS67 quality with the added MS67+ designation by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). Right now, the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
This 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar is offered in MS67+ condition, representing a piece with the highest-quality MS67 visuals. The obverse is largely untoned with a bright, satin-frost luster and sharply defined entails. Meanwhile, the reverse shows an even, light golden-brown toning with a subtle, satin glow.
This commemorative coin was issued to help raise funds for Norfolk’s Bicentennial celebration in 1936. Like many commemorative releases of the period, it was intended to serve both as a collectible and as a fundraising tool for civic events. Coins were sold to collectors at prices above face value, and the proceeds supported local celebrations as well as various civic projects tied to Norfolk’s anniversary observances.
The obverse of the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Coin features the Norfolk city mace alongside the Royal Mace of the Borough of Norfolk, England. These two ceremonial objects reflect the historical relationship between the Virginia city and the English borough that shares its name. The design was created by husband-and-wife artists William Marks Simpson and Marjorie Emory Simpson.
On the reverse, the 1936 Norfolk Commemorative Half Dollar presents the seal of the City of Norfolk. At the center is a three-masted ship, a reference to Norfolk’s maritime roots and its long-standing importance as a naval and shipping port. Surrounding the design are the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “HALF DOLLAR,” and the date 1636.
If you have any questions about unique US 90% silver coins, we’re happy to help. Please contact JM Bullion at 800-276-6508, connect with us online through our web chat, or simply send us an email.
