1950 (D) Franklin Half Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$2,585 MS66 06-04-2014 Heritage Auctions
Description
Part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series, the 1950 (D) Franklin Half Dollar is a half dollar from the Denver Mint. With a mintage of 8.0 million, this is a less common issue — the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 51% of production. The obverse features Benjamin Franklin facing right and the reverse displays the Liberty Bell. San Francisco struck its final Franklin Half in 1950, though they returned in 1951. The 1950 is scarce in FBL. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $37 to $272 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6657.
External References
Error Varieties(11)
1950-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1950-D Over Mint Mark WOMM-001
1950-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1950-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
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