1948 Franklin Half Dollar MS-64 NGC (FBL)
Numismatic
1948 Franklin Half Dollar MS-64 NGC (FBL)
The year 1948 marked a significant transition in American coinage with the introduction of the Franklin Half Dollar. Struck in Philadelphia, this inaugural issue features a right-facing portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse, accompanied by the inscriptions of liberty and trust alongside the date. This silver coin, composed of 0.3575 troy ounces of 90 percent pure silver, carries no mint mark, indicating its origin at the main Philadelphia mint facility. On the reverse, the design showcases the iconic Liberty Bell, complete with a small eagle with spread wings to its right. The reverse inscriptions present the country name, the half dollar face value, and the traditional motto. This specific specimen has been graded Mint State 64 (MS-64) and has earned the prestigious Full Bell Lines (FBL) designation, which indicates an exceptionally sharp and complete strike on the horizontal lines of the Liberty Bell.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1948 |
| Grade | MS-64 (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3575 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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