The obverse depicts the Great Seal of the State of Texas, consisting of a five-pointed Lone Star surrounded by an oak branch and an olive branch tied together below. Around the perimeter appears the inscription: THE STATE OF TEXAS - Three five-pointed stars decorate the lower border, while a beaded rim frames the design. The deeply sculpted star and wreath produce exceptional relief against a finely textured background.
The reverse commemorates the Constitutional Convention and features an ornate rendition of the Texas Coat of Arms incorporating the Alamo beneath the Lone Star and wreath. Surrounding the central design are symbols representing the State of Texas, including: Mockingbird (State Bird), Blue Topaz (State Gemstone), Petrified Palmwood (State Stone), Texas Flag, Cotton, Oil, Musical heritage, Pecan Tree (State Tree). The dates 1875 and 1974 appear below the design, referencing the Constitution of 1876, which was drafted by the Constitutional Convention of 1875, and the 1974 convention convened to modernize and replace it. The inscription reads: CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION Die Characteristics Exceptionally high sculptural relief Fine stippled interior fields Sharp serif lettering Uniform beaded border Antiqued finish with polished high points Plain edge Multiple-strike appearance consistent with medallic production
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| Date | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2026 | 81.50 | Most RecentHighest Ever |
1974 Texas Constitutional Convention Overview
The 1974 Texas Constitutional Convention Sterling Silver Medal is a privately produced sterling silver commemorative medal issued in conjunction with the Texas Constitutional Convention held in Austin during 1974. The convention represented the first comprehensive attempt to rewrite the Texas Constitution of 1876, which had become lengthy and heavily amended after nearly a century of revisions. Although the proposed constitution ultimately failed to receive the votes necessary for adoption, the convention remains one of the most significant constitutional events in modern Texas history.
Struck in sterling silver with exceptionally high relief, the medal features the Great Seal of the State of Texas on the obverse and an elaborate reverse incorporating the Texas Coat of Arms surrounded by symbols representing the state’s history, natural resources, and cultural heritage. Based on its sharp detail, uniform rim, and sculptural relief, the medal was almost certainly produced by a high-relief die-striking process rather than casting.
1974 Texas Constitutional Convention Historical Significance
The Texas Constitutional Convention of 1974 convened from January through July 1974 to draft a replacement for the Texas Constitution of 1876. Delegates debated sweeping reforms involving the executive branch, judiciary, taxation, education, and local government. Despite months of deliberation, the proposed constitution failed by three votes and was never submitted to Texas voters.
As a result, Texas continues to operate under the Constitution of 1876, albeit with hundreds of amendments adopted over subsequent decades. This medal serves as a tangible reminder of the state’s most significant twentieth-century effort to modernize its governing document.
1974 Texas Constitutional Convention Notes
- High-relief die-struck sterling silver medal.
- Weight and dimensions are consistent with premium American art medals of the 1970s.
- Actual silver content is approximately 24.45 grams (0.786 troy ounce).
- An example realized $81.50 at a Katy Coin LLC auction in July 2026.
1974 Texas Constitutional Convention References
- Texas State Historical Association, Constitutional Convention of 1974
- Texas Constitutional Convention (1974) official proceedings
- Measured specimen: 26.43 g, 39.3–39.45 mm, 3.15 mm thick
- Katy Coin LLC auction archive, Lot 331 (July 2026)
