1963-D Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

1963-D Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

1963-D Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

This 1963-D Franklin Half Dollar is an uncirculated specimen featuring a composition of 90% silver. Struck at the Denver Mint, it carries the "D" mint mark positioned above the yoke of the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The obverse showcases the profile of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, while the reverse depicts the iconic Liberty Bell alongside a small heraldic eagle. As the final year of the Franklin series before the introduction of the Kennedy Half Dollar, this coin is a significant piece of American numismatic history. It remains in uncirculated condition, retaining its original luster and sharp design details without the wear typically associated with circulation.

1963-D Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

Condition: This item is in uncirculated condition, retaining its original mint luster with no evidence of wear on the high points of Benjamin Franklin’s cheek or the Liberty Bell. The surfaces show minor bag marks and contact scratches consistent with a business strike coin that has been stored in a roll or bag. The mint is Denver, indicated by the D mint mark above the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The metal content is 90% silver and 10% copper. Historically, 1963 was the final year of the Franklin Half Dollar series before it was replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The strike type is a standard business strike, and the coin is currently raw and ungraded.

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