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Obverse Description
A large bust of Benjamin Franklin, facing right, with the words LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST around the periphery. The date appear to the right of Franklin's neck.
Reverse Description
The Liberty bell is prominently featured with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR around the periphery. The motto, E PLURIBUS UNUM is left of the bell, with a eagle -- wings fully spread -- to the right. The mint mark appears centered just above the bell.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6828
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1951
Reverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF DOLLAR, E PLURIBUS UNUM
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1951-D
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
9,475,200
Coinage Type:
Franklin half dollar
Coinage Years:
1948-1963
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6659
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Coin Value History
1951-D 50c MS
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1951-D 50c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $45.00 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$375.00 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS [Type]
Worth: $23 – $275
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1948-1963 MS FBL [Type]
Worth: $24 – $900
1948 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $792
1948 50c MS FBL
Worth: $37 – $85,000
1948-D 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $3,600
1948-D 50c MS FBL
Worth: $27 – $3,600
1949 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $4,800
1949 50c MS FBL
Worth: $32 – $6,500
1949-D 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $720
1949-D 50c MS FBL
Worth: $38 – $26,000
1949-S 50c MS
Worth: $25 – $7,800
1949-S 50c MS FBL
Worth: $75 – $4,000
1950 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $2,300
1950 50c MS FBL
Worth: $33 – $3,750
1950-D 50c MS
Worth: $23 – $2,160
1951-D Franklin Half Dollar. MS-65 FBL (NGC).
$69
Lot of (2) 1951-D Franklin Half Dollars. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$65
1951-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (9/1). Mintage 9,475,200. ...
$240
1951-D 50c ANACS MS62
$29
Lot of Mint State Franklin Half Dollars NGC (20 Coins)
$625
1951-D 50c PCGS MS64 (OGH)
$55
1951-D 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (71/616). NGC Census: (33/537). Mintage: 9,475,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem...
$22
1951-D MS61 ANACS. ...
$14
1951-D Franklin Half Dollar. MS-65 (PCGS). CAC. OGH Generation 1.2 Rattler.
$192
1951-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population: (4/0). NGC Census: (2/0). CDN: $550 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS MS66. Minta...
$646
1951-D 50c NGC MS62
$35
1951-D 50C
$23
1951-D 50c PCGS MS64
$50
1951-D 50C
$3,565
1951-D 50C MS65 NGC. Housed in a Generation 5 fatty holder. NGC Census: (156/10). PCGS Population: (126/8). CDN: $70 Whsle....
$134
1951-D 50C MS66 NGC....
$862
1951-D 50C MS62 ANACS; 1951-S 50C MS61 ANACS; 1952 50C MS64 ANACS; 1952-D 50C MS63 ANACS.... (4 Coins)
$59
Multiple Coin Lot...
$88
1951-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (480/105). NGC Census: (367/150). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS MS64...
$41
1951-D 50C MS65 NGC. Mintage 9,475,200. ...
$69
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