1961-D Franklin Half Dollar

The 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar had over 20 million total mintage from the Denver Mint. This was a large number of coins struck making this date a relatively easy one to find in a variety of grades and price ranges. The 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar depicts Benjamin Franklin on the obverse, and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. 

 

History of the 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar

The 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar is made up of 90% silver, making it a more popular coin in the half dollar series. Although it is more popular in the series, the Franklin Half Dollars aren’t always as popular among collectors, making them an affordable and accessible option for creating this series collection without breaking the bank. Benjamin Franklin wasn’t a United States President, but he helped draft the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. He was also a scientist, inventor, and diplomat. 

 

1961-D Franklin Half Dollar Value

The 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar value ranges from around twenty dollars for an uncirculated Mint State coin to upwards of the low thousands. It is believed that the Franklin Half Dollar is well-struck in the Full Bell Line versions and these versions are more sought after than the others. The 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar is relatively easy to find in Mint State and at an affordable price compared to some of the coins in other series. 

 

Type of coin: Half Dollar

Year: 1961-D Franklin Half Dollar

Franklin Half Dollar Mint Mark: Denver

Total mintage: 20,276,442

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