1951-S Franklin Half Dollar

The 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar was struck at the San Francisco Mint with over 13 million total mintage. Franklin Half Dollar key dates are usually ones that command a higher price and have a lower mintage. Although the 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar has a higher mintage than 10 million, with the lowest in the series having below 10 million, it still commands higher prices for this series in its prooflike and Full Bell Line versions. 

 

History of the 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar

The 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar was designed by John R. Sinnock. John Frederick Lewis was later given credit for inspiring the design of the coin because Sinnock used Lewis’ sketches for creating this design. The obverse of the 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar features the profile of Benjamin Franklin. The reverse has a small image of the American Bald Eagle and an image of the cracked Liberty Bell at the center. 

 

1951-S Franklin Half Dollar Value

The 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar value ranges from below fifty dollars to upwards of the tens of thousands. This coin is a popular one among the Half Dollars because it is made up of 90% Silver and the majority of the Half Dollars created after this one had less or no silver at all. The 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar would make a great addition to any Franklin Half Dollar collection, and it is possible to find it in many uncirculated Mint State grades. 

 

Type of coin: Half Dollar

Year: 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar

Franklin Half Dollar Mint Mark: San Francisco

Total mintage: 13,696,000

Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

Face value: 50 cents

Weight: 12.50 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: John R. Sinnock and John Frederick Lewis

Diameter: 30.00 millimeters