1984 Hawaiian Silver Ounce - X#MB8 Variant, Statehood Silver Jubilee, Gold

Coin Details

Description

The 1984 Gold Statehood Silver Jubilee variety is a one-ounce gold commemorative celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hawaiian statehood. Hawaii became the 50th U.S. state on August 21, 1959, and the silver jubilee in 1984 was marked by various celebrations and commemorative issues throughout the islands. This piece is cataloged as Krause X#MB8 Var, indicating it is a variant of the standard MB8 issue. The Var designation typically indicates a difference in finish, die variety, edge treatment, or other production characteristic that distinguishes it from the standard issue. Determining the exact nature of the variation requires physical comparison with the standard type. The Hawaiian Mint produced this gold piece alongside silver and other metallic versions of the same design, creating a multi-metal commemorative program for the jubilee celebration. The statehood anniversary theme resonated with both Hawaiian residents who remembered the transition from territorial status and mainland collectors interested in Hawaiian numismatic material.

Rarity Notes

Very rare. As a variant of an already limited-mintage gold issue, only a handful of examples exist. Krause X#MB8 Var designation.

Cross References

PCGS #618489; Krause X#MB8 Var