1951 Franklin Half Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $2,625
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67+
- Auction house
- David Lawrence RC
Description
The 1951 Franklin Half Dollar is a half dollar minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. The U.S. Mint produced 16.8 million examples, making this 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. Philadelphia's mint — the nation's first — has produced coins without interruption since its founding in 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $37 to $92 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 #6658.
External References
Error Varieties(15)
1951 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1951 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-006
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-008
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-011
1951 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-012
1951 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1951 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1951 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1951 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
1951 Typical Die Clash TDC-50C-1951-01
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