Summer Art & Design Auction
Sun, Aug 4, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1260
Lot of 100 Franklin Half Dollars 90% Silver
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
Includes 100 Franklin Half Dollars, a distinctive series in American coinage history. Minted from 1948 to 1963, these coins represent a unique period in U.S. numismatics and offer significant silver content.
Key details:
- Denomination: Half Dollar (50 cents)
- Quantity: 100 coins
- Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
- Designer: John R. Sinnock
- Total silver weight: Approximately 36.17 troy ounces (based on 0.3617 oz of silver per coin)
The Franklin Half Dollar features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse, making it the only U.S. coin to depict a non-president who was not allegorical. The small eagle to the right of the bell was added to comply with the legal requirement that half dollars depict an eagle.
This lot offers an excellent opportunity for both coin collectors and silver investors. The Franklin Half Dollar's relatively short minting period and historical significance make it an attractive series for numismatists, while its 90% silver composition appeals to precious metal enthusiasts.
