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The 1949 Franklin half dollar was produced at the Philadelphia Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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The 1949 Franklin half dollar was produced at the Philadelphia Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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1960-1963 P&D Franklin Silver Half Dollar Set Main Image

Looking to fill out or start your Franklin silver half dollar collection? You&rsquo;ll want this set of every 1960-1963 Philadelphia &ldquo;P&rdquo; and Denver &ldquo;D&rdquo; Mint issue &ndash; 8 coins in all! They were struck during the last four years of the 1948-1963 series which ended 60 years ago, and are part of the last half dollar series ever minted entirely in 90% silver. Each obverse honors Benjamin Franklin, a philosopher, publisher and statesman who helped guide the colonies towards independence. The reverse celebrates the Liberty Bell, the most popular symbol of freedom in the United States. Order today and SAVE off individual prices.

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Struck in 90% fine silver at the Denver Mint (a "D" mint mark is located above the bell on the reverse), the 1948-D Franklin half dollar was the first year of issue for this handsome silver series.  It also represented the first time that a non-president had been depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin contributed highly to the fortunes of the American colonies and the birth of the nation. Appropriately, the reverse of the coin features the revered Liberty Bell.

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Struck in 90% fine silver at the Denver Mint (a "D" mint mark is located above the bell on the reverse), the 1948-D Franklin half dollar was the first year of issue for this handsome silver series. It also represented the first time that a non-president had been depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin contributed highly to the fortunes of the American colonies and the birth of the nation. Appropriately, the reverse of the coin features the revered Liberty Bell.

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The 1949-S Franklin half dollar was produced at the San Francisco Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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The 1949-S Franklin half dollar was produced at the San Francisco Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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Complete 1949-1954 "S" Mint Franklin Half Dollar Set Main Image

Get a complete five-coin set of the only 90% silver Franklin half dollars struck at the San Francisco Mint, featuring &ldquo;S&rdquo; mint marks above the Liberty Bell. These coins were only struck at San Francisco from 1949-1954 (no &ldquo;S&rdquo; Mint Franklins struck in 1950). This 5-coin set contains three low-mintage issues including the last &ldquo;S&rdquo; Mint issue of 1954, with mintage less than 12% of the year&rsquo;s total. Only 7% of all Franklin halves bear &ldquo;S&rdquo; mint marks, so order your complete set now. It comes in a FREE display box, and you&rsquo;ll SAVE off individual prices!

Complete 1949-1954 "S" Mint Franklin Half Dollar Set

Ben Franklin Half Dollar & Stamp Set in Showpak Main Image

Honor one of America&rsquo;s greatest historical figures, with this handsome coin &amp; stamp Showpak&reg;! Though he came from humble beginnings, Benjamin Franklin is remembered as one of America&rsquo;s preeminent inventors, thinkers and Founding Fathers. He also served as the first postmaster general for the U.S., having been appointed to the post by the Continental Congress 250 years ago in 1775! With this Showpak, you&rsquo;ll enjoy both a Circulated Franklin half dollar &ndash; struck in 90% silver from 1948-1963 &ndash; and a Mint 1923 1&cent; stamp. Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to own these classic pieces, presented together in an exclusive and informative Showpak holder!

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1948-1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar Set Main Image

Ben Franklin was one of America&#39;s most interesting Founding Fathers. Printer, publisher, inventor, scientist, author, public servant and diplomat, he was also a well-known "ladies&#39; man" and a shrewd businessman, able to retire at 42. He was among the first to identify lightning as electricity, the first Postmaster General of the United States and published America&#39;s first political cartoon. His curiosity was as boundless as his energy and his mind was as quick and brilliant as the lightning he captured in his Leyden jar! Like Franklin himself, the coin series that bears his name stands out among U.S. 20th-century half dollars. It is: <ul><li>America&#39;s last circulating coin series struck entirely in 90% silver</li><li>The shortest half dollar series of the 20th century &ndash; struck for just 16 years</li><li>The first regular-issue coin to show an actual person who wasn&#39;t president</li><li>The largest coin struck for circulation, during its years of issue</li></ul> These are just a few of the reasons collectors prize the silver Franklin half dollars of 1948-1963. Only 35 different date and mints make up a complete set, so take advantage of this special offer &ndash; you get your entire collection of circulating coins immediately and SAVE money!

1948-1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar Set

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Struck in 90% fine silver at the main U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, the 1948 Franklin half dollar was the first year of issue for this handsome silver series.  It also represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin contributed highly to the fortunes of the American colonies and the birth of the nation. Appropriately, the reverse of the coin features the revered Liberty Bell which hung at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

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Struck in 90% fine silver at the main U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, the 1948 Franklin half dollar was the first year of issue for this handsome silver series. It also represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin contributed highly to the fortunes of the American colonies and the birth of the nation. Appropriately, the reverse of the coin features the revered Liberty Bell which hung at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

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The 1949-D Franklin half dollar was produced at the Denver Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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The 1949-D Franklin half dollar was produced at the Denver Mint during the second year of issue for this popular series. Struck in 90% fine silver, Franklin half dollars represented the first time that a non-president was depicted on a circulating U.S. coin. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766, helping draft the Declaration of Independence, signing a critical treaty with France in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, and participating in the Constitutional Convention.

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1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar in Founding Father Deluxe Holder Main Image

Treat them to an Uncirculated Franklin half dollar! Struck in 90% silver over 60 years ago at the Philadelphia Mint, this 1963 Franklin features nicely detailed images and lustrous fields. Its obverse celebrates Founding Father Benjamin Franklin &ndash; drafter and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The reverse depicts the Liberty Bell. Produced in limited quantities, this heirloom-quality half dollar comes presented in a deluxe holder with a special label.

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1949 PDS Franklin Half Dollar Set (3 coins) Main Image

Own a complete All-Mint set of P, D & S Franklins from 1949 &ndash; the second year of the series! Back in their years of issue (1948-1963), these silver 50&cent; pieces represented a lot of money to set aside, so many went into circulation and wore out through use. But now with this special set, you&#39;ll get attractive coins &ndash; the 1949, 1949-D and 1949-S &ndash; in Fine condition. First struck over 65 years ago, Franklin halves circulated during the Truman and Eisenhower presidencies, the Korean War and Cuban Missile Crisis, and came to an end after JFK&#39;s assassination. But during their years of issue, Franklins were the largest coins struck for circulation and hold the distinction of being America&#39;s last coin series struck entirely in 90% silver. Plus, they are also the shortest half dollar series of the 20th century! Add this affordable set to your collection now and SAVE off single prices!

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1955 Franklin "Bugs Bunny" Silver Half Dollar Main Image

In 1955, the spotlight was on Error coins, and collectors were checking their change. So when the unusual &ldquo;Bugs Bunny&rdquo; half dollar error was discovered about a year later, it only created more excitement. Now, you can add this popular 1955 Franklin variety to your own collection! Due to an abundance of earlier half dollars, the U.S. Mint didn&rsquo;t release the &rsquo;55 Franklins until the summer of 1956. And with collectors already looking for errors, the Bugs Bunny variety was soon spotted. 

Called a die clash, this error occurred when the obverse and reverse dies hit each other without a planchet in between. The clash impressed design details from the reverse into Franklin&rsquo;s lips, creating what appears to be buck teeth &ndash; hence, the nickname Bugs Bunny. Not only is this the best known of the Franklin errors, but it&rsquo;s from 1955, a date that has the lowest mintage business strike in the series! This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Franklin half dollar&rsquo;s start, making this the perfect time to add a desirable variety to your collection. Comes displayed in a FREE custom holder &ndash; order now!

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