1921 Missouri Centennial Half Dollar

The story behind this coin

Missouri’s statehood centennial was celebrated at the state fair in Sedalia. Part of the issue carries a small “2★4” symbol, referring to Missouri’s admission as the twenty-fourth state; the remainder lacks it. Both are intentional collectible varieties rather than minting errors.

Design and symbolism

Obverse: Daniel Boone.

Reverse: Boone and a Native American before a star.

Regular issues and mintages

The figures in this 1921 Missouri Centennial Half Dollar table report the regular collector issues shown for this commemorative. Where sponsors returned unsold coins for melting, the listed quantity reflects net distribution rather than the larger number initially struck.