1949 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
$6,325 MS67 02-23-2005 Heritage Auctions
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1949 Franklin Half Dollar is part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. With a mintage of 5.6 million, this is a less common issue — the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 42% of the year's production. The obverse features Benjamin Franklin facing right and the reverse displays the Liberty Bell. The 1949-S is a semi-key date with a lower mintage. Three mints struck halves: Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco. 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 $185 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 #6653.
External References
Error Varieties(7)
1949 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1949 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1949 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1949 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1949 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-004
1949 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1949 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
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