Featured Dates Currently Available

1948-D – Fine Condition
• Denver’s first Franklin issue
• Mintage: ~4.0 million
• A true early-series semi-key with consistent demand

1949-P – Fine Condition
• Mintage: ~5.6 million
• One of the lowest Philadelphia mintages in the series

1955-P – XF/AU Condition
• Mintage: ~2.5 million (very low for the series)
• Strong eye appeal with light circulation wear
• Highly sought after due to scarcity relative to most Franklin issues

1963-D – Uncirculated
• Final year of issue
• Popular end-of-series coin
• Sharp strike, full luster, and excellent presentation

Why These Coins Command a Premium

Most Franklin Half Dollars were produced in large quantities, often exceeding 10–20 million per year. The dates offered here stand out due to:

• Lower mintages

• Earlier production years

• Stronger collector demand

• Above-average condition for their age

Prices reflect both silver content and numismatic value, with condition playing a significant role—especially for lower-mintage years like 1955-P.

Specifications

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): ~0.3617 troy oz

• Diameter: 30.6 mm

Whether you’re upgrading a Franklin set, investing in semi-key U.S. silver, or looking for coins with both bullion and collector appeal, these Franklin Half Dollars offer a compelling balance of history, scarcity, and value.