1949-S Franklin Half Dollar MS-64 PCGS

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The 1949 Franklin half dollar represents a classic era of United States silver coinage. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this piece carries the distinctive 'S' mint mark. Out of a total mintage of 3,744,000 for this specific year and mint location, this particular coin has survived in exceptional quality, earning a generic grade of Mint State 64 (MS-64). Composed of 90 percent silver, the coin contains 0.3575 troy ounces of precious metal. Its design features prominent inscriptions that are central to American coinage traditions. The obverse displays the timeless national motto, 'IN GOD WE TRUST', alongside the 1949 date. On the reverse, the strength of the nation is represented by the phrases 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', which frame the denomination of 'HALF DOLLAR'.