The 1951-D Franklin Half Dollar was struck at the Denver Mint in 90% silver. Its circulation-strike mintage was 9,475,200 coins.
Condition & Photos
Light silver-gray surfaces with even circulation wear and scattered contact marks. Franklin’s portrait remains well outlined, and the reverse retains visible Liberty Bell detail with a clear Denver mint mark. No numerical grade or Full Bell Lines designation is assigned.
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The obverse features Benjamin Franklin’s portrait, paired with the Liberty Bell and a small eagle on the reverse.
Coin Details
- Year: 1951
- Mint: Denver (D mint mark)
- Denomination: 50 Cents
- Mintage: 9,475,200 circulation strikes
- Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
- Designer: John R. Sinnock / John Frederick Lewis
- SKU: FH0016
Collector Significance
The 1951-D is an early Denver issue in the Franklin series and fits a date-and-mint set or U.S. silver half dollar collection.