1949 is not a hard date to come by for Franklin half dollars, actually all Franklin halves regardless of mintmark are common and most circulated coins are valued for the silver only, about $15.00. The retail values for this date run from $17.00 to $22.00 depending on the actual grade of the coin.
½ Dollar "Franklin Half Dollar"1948-1963Silver (.900)ø 30.6 mm12.5 g
Uh, did you look at the back of the coin where it says HALF dollar? See the Related Question for more details.
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Jefferson's image appears on the Jefferson nickel. Half dollars minted from 1948 to 1963 carried a picture of Benjamin Franklin.
It's actually called a Franklin half because it shows a picture of Benjamin Franklin rather than Miss Liberty. Please see the Related Question for more information.
Franklin halves were issued from 1948 to 1963 inclusive.
Sorry no 1938 Franklin first year is 1948
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin - Half Dollar
Please take another look. That's Benjamin Franklin on the half dollar. Jefferson is on the US nickel.
The 1960 Benjamin Franklin half dollar can be worth 15.00 dollars or more. The specific value of the coin will vary depending on its condition.
No circulation Franklin half dollar is rare, and with the rise of silver prices it is worth about $15 in scrap silver unless it is a proof or in a mint set.