1963 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
$20,125 MS66 08-08-2001 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1963 Franklin Half Dollar is a half dollar produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Franklin Half Dollars 1948-1963 series. The U.S. Mint produced 22.2 million examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features Benjamin Franklin facing right and the reverse displays the Liberty Bell. Final year of the Franklin Half Dollar, replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar in 1964 following President Kennedy's assassination. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 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 #6684.
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-011
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-013
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-014
1963 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-029
1963 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
