1950 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
$2,875 MS65 06-01-2000 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1950 Franklin Half Dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as a half dollar in the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. With a mintage of 7.7 million, this is a less common issue — the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. 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. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $37 to $146 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 #6656.
External References
Error Varieties(4)
1950 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
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