1961 Proof 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.
Description
The 1961 Proof Franklin Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. The U.S. Mint produced 3.0 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 11% of production. The obverse features Benjamin Franklin facing right and the reverse displays the Liberty Bell. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value is approximately $53. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6702.
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Error Varieties(42)
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
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1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
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1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005
1961 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
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1961 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
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1961 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
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