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Obverse Description
A large bust of Benjamin Franklin, facing right, with the words LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST around the periphery. The date appear to the right of Franklin's neck.
Reverse Description
The Liberty bell is prominently featured with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR around the periphery. The motto, E PLURIBUS UNUM is left of the bell, with a eagle -- wings fully spread -- to the right.
Book Reference
Designer: John R. Sinnock. Weight: 12.5 grams. Composition: .900 silver, .100 copper (net weight .36169 oz. pure silver). Diameter: 30.6 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mints: Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco.
Key to Collecting: Franklin half dollars made their debut in 1948 without fanfare. Although notice was routinely given of them in the two leading numismatic journals of the day, reaction by collectors was generally unenthusiastic. Perhaps the artistic beauty could not be compared to the now discontinued Liberty Walking motif.
Although many investors set aside bank-wrapped rolls, and many collectors formed sets by date and mint, there was hardly any notice paid to quality within the Mint State range. When such things became important, it was found that the majority of pieces were nicked and marked and that true gems were scarce. Further, the concept of Full Bell Lines was introduced to the collecting fraternity, giving another aspect to the search.
For type-set purposes, enough Franklin half dollars exist that finding one is easy. Circulated pieces are quite common but not relevant for type-set purposes as Mint State and Proof coins are plentiful and inexpensive. However, most Mint State coins are bagmarked, as this design was susceptible to highlighting even the smallest contact, particularly on the center of the obverse and reverse.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: This design was not sharply defined in the dies. On the reverse, the horizontal lines at the bottom of the bell are sometimes “full” and sometimes not, the latter resulting when the dies were spaced farther apart. Those with sharp features are popularly designated as having Full Bell Lines (FBL). Some dates and mintmarks are common enough with light striking, but with FBL are very rare (in the context of the series). Nicks and bagmarks are a huge problem with Franklin half dollars, as the relatively plain obverse and the high area of the bell on the reverse were exposed and easily acquired contact marks. Pristine mark-free gems are quite elusive.
Proof Coins: Plentiful, as they were made over a fairly long span of years. Most are well struck. Some have cameo frosted devices and are especially sought for this feature.
Catalog Information
GSID:
76527
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF DOLLAR, E PLURIBUS UNUM
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
1948-1963
Coin Date:
Franklin Half Dollar
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Various
Coinage Type:
Franklin half dollar
Coinage Years:
1948-1963
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6650
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Coin Value History
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS [Type]
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Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$360.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $285.00 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS FBL [Type]
![Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS FBL [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/fbl.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $23 – $900
1948 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $1,400
1948 50c MS FBL
Worth: $35 – $85,000
1948-D 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $3,600
1948-D 50c MS FBL
Worth: $25 – $3,600
1949 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $4,800
1949 50c MS FBL
Worth: $30 – $6,500
1949-D 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $720
1949-D 50c MS FBL
Worth: $38 – $26,000
1949-S 50c MS
Worth: $24 – $7,800
1949-S 50c MS FBL
Worth: $75 – $3,120
1950 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $2,300
1950 50c MS FBL
Worth: $25 – $3,750
1950-D 50c MS
Worth: $21 – $2,160
1950-D 50c MS FBL
Worth: $25 – $13,800
1961 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population: 93 in 66 (6 in 66+), 0 finer (1/26). CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 8...
$195
1954-S 50C MS65 PCGS. CDN: $43.53 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 4,993,400. ...
$109
1953-S 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: 59 in 67 (4 in 67+), 0 finer (1/26). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintag...
$671
1955 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- Curved Clip -- MS64 ANACS. ...
$104
1963-D 50C MS63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CDN: $22.17 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 67,06...
$74
1963-D 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- On 10c Planchet -- AU58 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 67,069,2...
$10,200
1957 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- On 25c Planchet -- MS62 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 5,100,000....
$1,800
1963-D 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- Struck on Silver 25C Planchet -- MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/17189). Mintage 67,069...
$1,380
1952-D Franklin Half Dollar Bank-Wrapped Roll, Uncertified. Roll containing 20 uncirculated 1952-D Franklin half dollars....
$1,200
1962-D 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- Struck on 25C Planchet -- AU55 PCGS....
$1,320
1952 50C Franklin Half Dollar -- 1% Curved Clip -- AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/2950 and 0/24+). NGC Census: (8/2298 and...
$84
1962-D 50C Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-001, MS60 ANACS. Ex: Flynn plate coin. Mintage 35,473,281.Flynn Reference and Cro...
$47
1949-S 50C MS68 PCGS. CAC....
$7,800
1951 50c PCGS AU Details (Bugs Bunny FS-401 Cleaned)
$19
Half Dollar--Blank Planchet, 90% Silver No Grade NGC. 12.6 Grams. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 3,006,8...
$54
1958 XF40 ANACS. ...
$16
1963-D 50C
$7
1954-S 50C MS66 PCGS. CDN: $62.04 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 4,993,400. ...
$114
1949-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 3,744,0...
$129
1956 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population: 63 in 67 (4 in 67+), 0 finer (1/26). CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage ...
$189
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