1961 Proof Franklin Half Dollar - Doubled Die Reverse

Coin Details

Auction Record

$15,000 PR68 11-18-2020 Stack's Bowers

Description

The 1961 Proof Franklin Half Dollar - Doubled Die Reverse is a proof half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. As a doubled die variety, the number of surviving examples is unknown. Doubled dies are produced when the die receives a second, misaligned impression during the hubbing process, creating a distinctive doubling effect visible on struck coins. The U.S. 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 $4.3K. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6689.