Franklin Half Dollar

Found an Old Franklin Half Dollar? Check These Dates, Errors and Mint Marks First

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Found old Franklin Half Dollar showing key dates, mint marks, proof coins, and Full Bell Lines collectors look for

Finding a Franklin Half Dollar in a family collection, inherited coin jar, estate sale, or old coin album can be exciting. While every Franklin Half Dollar contains 90% silver, only certain dates, mint marks, varieties, and exceptionally well-preserved examples consistently command collector premiums. While many Franklin Half Dollars are common silver coins worth more than … Read more

Franklin Half Dollar Value Guide: Key Dates, Mint Marks and Rare Varieties

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1948–1963 Franklin Half Dollars showing key dates, mint marks, Full Bell Lines, and rare collectible varieties.

The Franklin Half Dollar is one of the most popular classic U.S. silver coin series among collectors. Struck from 1948 through 1963, it combines historical significance, a 90% silver composition, and several sought-after dates, varieties, and Full Bell Lines examples. Although many circulated Franklin Half Dollars remain readily available, collector demand is strongest for scarce … Read more