$1 FV 90% Silver Franklin Half Dollars Avg Circ

This $1 face value lot includes two Franklin Half Dollars, each minted between 1948 and 1963 and struck in 90% silver. These coins are in average circulated condition, meaning they show moderate wear from everyday use, but still maintain clear dates, legends, and full design elements. Ideal for silver stackers and collectors looking for affordable constitutional silver with historical significance.

Historical Insight:

The Franklin Half Dollar series was introduced in 1948 to honor one of the nation's most influential Founding Fathers. The design was bold and modern for its time, but its run was cut short following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. These coins represent a brief but meaningful period in U.S. coinage and are increasingly appreciated for their classic mid-century design and silver content. In average circulated condition, they offer a cost-effective way to acquire real silver with historical roots.

Highlights:

• Face Value: $1 USD (2 half dollars per lot)
• Dates: Random (1948-1963)
• Condition: Average Circulated - moderate wear, full dates and readable design, no holes or major damage
• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.715 troy oz per $1 face value
• Mint Marks: Varies (Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco)
• Obverse: Features a right-facing bust of Benjamin Franklin, with "LIBERTY" above and "IN GOD WE TRUST" below.
• Reverse: Displays the Liberty Bell with its famous crack and a small eagle to the right—symbolizing the coin's dual tribute to American independence and federal symbolism.