1953-S Franklin Half Dollar

The 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar is a popular coin in the Franklin Half Dollar series, possibly due to its low mintage of just over 4 million from the San Francisco Mint. The Franklin Half Dollar key dates include the 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar, especially the version with the Full Bell Lines. This is a more sought after coin in the Franklin Dollar series, and the higher grade coins can bring in the mid tens of thousands. It is believed to be the key coin in the entire series.

 

History of the 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar

The 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar is a special coin, and a unique part of American history. The Franklin Half Dollar production ended abruptly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The Ben Franklin Half Dollar coins were designed by John R. Sinnock who was inspired by the sketches of artist John Frederick Lewis. The 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar usually has a weak strike with weaker details around the highest points in the design. The Full Bell Lines version is believed to have been struck early on in the process and there are less than 50 known specimens, making them very valuable. 

 

1953-S Franklin Half Dollar Value

The 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar value ranges from just under a hundred dollars to upwards of the high tens of thousands. The 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar is a less popular collection out of all of the American coin collections, but the coins are still beautiful specimens, especially this sought after one. The Franklin Half Dollar series is more affordable for novice collectors, and it shouldn’t be any problem completing this full collection with ease. 

 

Type of coin: Half Dollar

Year: 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar

Franklin Half Dollar Mint Mark: San Francisco

Total mintage: 4,148,000

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