1954 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
$11,500 MS64 07-31-2002 Bowers & Merena
Description
The 1954 Franklin Half Dollar represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. With a mintage of 13.2 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 30% of 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 $79 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 #6667.
External References
Error Varieties(3)
1954 Typical Die Clash TDC-50C-1954-01
1954 Typical Die Clash TDC-50C-1954-02
CU-50c-1954-01 Cud
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