Coin profile
Reported standard-issue mintage / distribution: 16,936
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1936 Norfolk Bicentennial Half Dollar
The story behind this coin
Norfolk’s dense commemorative design marks several overlapping Virginia anniversaries. The city seal, sailing ship, royal mace, dates, and lengthy inscriptions crowd both sides, reflecting the sponsor’s desire to record every historical claim. Although dated 1936, distribution continued into the anniversary period.
Design and symbolism
Obverse: Norfolk city seal.
Reverse: Royal mace and historic dates.
Regular issues and mintages
| Regular issue | Mint | Net distribution / collector mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1936 | Issue / series total | 16,936 |
The figures in this 1936 Norfolk Bicentennial 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.