1950 Franklin Half Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1950 Franklin Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series — an early issue, 3rd of 16 years in the series. In 1950, coins were struck at the Philadelphia and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 15.8 million. This ranks 5th of 16 years by total mintage, below the series median of 27.1 million. 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. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 29 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse, over mint mark and 1 other types. Produced 5 years before the celebrated 1955 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $37 to $952 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $24K in PR68 grade at Stack's Bowers. Designed by John R. Sinnock/John Frederick Lewis.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — range across all strike types, reflecting typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
