1961 Franklin Half Dollar MS-64 NGC
Numismatic
1961 Franklin Half Dollar MS-64 NGC
In 1961, the United States Mint produced a half dollar that honors one of the nation's most famous founding figures. This mid-century silver coin, composed of 90 percent silver with a precious metal weight of 0.3575 troy ounces, has been certified in Mint State 64 condition, preserving its historical details for modern observers to appreciate. The front of the coin features a right-facing portrait of Benjamin Franklin, designed by John R. Sinnock. Surrounding the profile are the classic inscriptions of LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST, alongside the 1961 production year. This design marked a departure from previous circulating coinage by featuring a non-presidential historical figure. On the reverse, the central focus is the Liberty Bell, complete with its famous crack. To the right of the bell, a small eagle is visible, fulfilling the legal requirement for the denomination. The reverse also displays the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and HALF DOLLAR, celebrating both national unity and the coin's face value.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1961 |
| 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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