1948–1963 Franklin Half Dollar BU

Beautiful Franklin Silver Half Dollars

In the fall of 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. In response, the United States Mint planned to temporarily cease production of the Franklin Half Dollar then in circulation for a one-year-only Commemorative Kennedy Half Dollar. But when the new coin proved to be incredibly popular with the public, the Mint decided to shelve the Franklin Half Dollar permanently.

America's Last Circulating Silver Series

Thus, the Benjamin Franklin Half Dollar–the first United States coin struck for circulation to feature a historical figure other than a president–became incredibly short lived. Minted only from 1948 to 1963, anyone under the age of 60 probably has never even seen one of these wonderful coins. Today, the Franklin Half Dollar is incredibly popular among collectors not just for its short lifespan, but also for its exquisite designs. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin as designed by John R. Sinnock, the eighth Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. On the coin's reverse you'll find the image of the Liberty Bell brought to life by the design of Gilroy Roberts, the ninth Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint.

Add This Franklin Half Dollar To Your Collection

Here you can secure a vintage "Franklin" struck between 1948 and 1963 in gleaming Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition! This coin truly marks the end of an era. Out of issue for more than 60 years, the Franklin Half Dollar was America's last series of circulating coins struck entirely in highly pure 90% silver. Begin a new era in your collection and secure this key-date Half Dollar today! Dates and mint marks vary.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

• SHORT-LIVED HALF DOLLAR SERIES – The Franklin Half Dollar was issued from only 1948 to 1963, making it one of the shortest-lived series of the 20th century.
• BELOVED COIN DESIGNS – With an obverse portrait of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin designed by John R. Sinnock and a Liberty Bell reverse designed by Gilroy Roberts, the eighth and ninth Chief Engravers of the U.S. Mint respectively, the Franklin Half Dollar is an exquisitely designed coin that is popular among collectors.
• STRUCK IN HIGHLY PURE SILVER – Franklin Half Dollars were struck in 12.5 grams of 90% fine silver and measure 30.6 mm in diameter.
• UNITED STATES LEGAL TENDER – Though they have not been issued in more than half a century, Franklin Half Dollars are still accepted as legal tender, though their collector value far exceeds their 50 cents legal-tender denomination.
• EXREMELY FINE CONDITION – Your 1948–1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar will come in gleaming Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.

The Franklin Silver Half Dollar was struck from only 1948 to 1963–the last circulating coin series struck entirely in 90% silver. Now you can get one of these historic treasures in gleaming Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition! Date and mint mark will vary. Click one to your cart today!