1948-1963 Franklin Half Dollar Coin

Own a true piece of American history with the Franklin Half Dollar (1948–1963)—a classic silver coin honoring one of the nation’s most influential founding figures, Benjamin Franklin. 🇺🇸 Historical Significance Introduced in 1948, the Franklin Half Dollar was the first regular U.S. coin to feature a non-president Founding Father. It remained in production until 1963, just before the transition away from silver coinage in 1965. 🪙 Represents the last era of circulating 90% silver U.S. coins 📉 Withdrawn from circulation due to rising silver demand 💰 Widely saved by the public as a “rainy day” silver reserve 📅 Available in any year from 1948 to 1963 (random or selectable) Coins in BU condition from this era are becoming increasingly scarce. Coin Highlights 💎 Brilliant Uncirculated condition – strong luster, minimal wear 📅 Date Range: 1948–1963 (year selection available) 🛡️ Individually packaged in protective plastic holder Design Details Obverse (Front): Portrait of Benjamin Franklin, designed by John R. Sinnock “LIBERTY” inscribed above “IN GOD WE TRUST” below Reverse (Back): Iconic Liberty Bell centered Small eagle to the right, fulfilling legal design requirements Strong symbolic representation of American independence and unity