1961 Ben Franklin 1/2 Dollar (PROOF) 90% Silver

Discover a piece of American numismatic history with this beautiful 1961 Ben Franklin Half Dollar, presented in its distinguished Proof strike. Minted by the United States Mint, this coin represents the penultimate year of the Franklin Half Dollar series, which ran from 1948 to 1963. Struck on specially prepared planchets with multiple strikes from polished dies, Proof coins are renowned for their sharp details, frosted devices, and brilliant, mirror-like fields, making them highly sought after by collectors.

Designed by John R. Sinnock, this iconic coin features a distinguished portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse, a tribute to one of America's Founding Fathers. The reverse proudly displays the Liberty Bell, accompanied by a small eagle as required by law. Composed of 90% silver, the 1961 Proof Franklin Half Dollar not only offers intrinsic precious metal value but also significant historical and collectible appeal. As the series was short-lived and replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar in 1964, this coin holds a special place in US coinage history, perfect for serious collectors and those new to numismatics.