1952 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
$3,408 MS67 01-07-2015 Heritage Auctions
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1952 Franklin Half Dollar is part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. The U.S. Mint produced 21.2 million examples, making this ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 41% of production. The obverse features Benjamin Franklin facing right and the reverse displays the Liberty Bell. Three-mint production continued. The 1952-S is a common date but scarce with Full Bell Lines. 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 #6661.
External References
Error Varieties(2)
1952 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1952 Typical Die Clash TDC-50C-1952-01
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