Americana #1
Michigan 1976
Gamma | Magic Eden
The 1976 Michigan license plate, a striking red, white, and blue design honoring America’s Bicentennial, was named “World’s Best New Plate” by the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association (ALPCA) in 1976. The ALPCA (est. 1954) is a global organization for license plate enthusiasts, promoting trading, sharing historical insights, and celebrating exceptional plate designs. This prestigious award secured the Michigan plate’s reputation as a collector’s favorite.
The plate was uniquely created through a public contest organized by Michigan’s DMV, though its designer is unknown. Its patriotic imagery, inspired by the American flag, captured the spirit of the Bicentennial and has since become an enduring symbol of state and national pride.
America's Bicentennial inspired many states to issue commemorative plates featuring patriotic themes. These plates remain highly sought after by collectors.
Today, the Michigan 1976 plate proudly serves as the logo for "Americana." Selected at the last moment by its co-creators, it became the genesis mint for both the collection and for on-chain license plate collecting, securing its unique place in license plate history.
