Franklin Half Dollar

Country of Origin: United States

Year of Issue: 1956

Denomination: 50 cents

Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

Franklin Half Dollar

Brief Description

The coin features a profile of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The strike is graded as MS 64 FBL, indicating Mint State with Full Bell Lines on the reverse.

Historical Significance

The Franklin Half Dollar was minted from 1948 to 1963 and was the first circulating U.S. coin to feature a non-president, Benjamin Franklin. It was replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar after President Kennedy's assassination.

Estimated Value

Value varies based on market conditions and specific characteristics of the coin but a 1956 MS 64 FBL Franklin Half Dollar can range from tens to hundreds of dollars.

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place in the protective slab. Avoid touching the coin directly. Do not clean as cleaning can damage the coin's value.

Created At: 2025-05-19T18:56:10.835690