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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.
Catalog Information
GSID:
226452
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1961
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:
Proof
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Doubled Die Reverse
Variety 2:
FS-801
Coin Date:
1961
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,028,244
Coinage Type:
Franklin half dollar
Coinage Years:
1950-1963
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
145292
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Coin Value History
1961 50c Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801 PR
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1961 50c Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801 PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$19,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $16,000 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR [Type]
![Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/156xxx/a7959044-0cf7-4a71-aa25-6becdf358def.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $25 – $180
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR CAM [Type]
![Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR CAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/210xxx/2bef11f4-1c08-4045-ad4c-0b96aa2081ef.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $28 – $430
Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR DCAM [Type]
![Franklin Half Dollar 50c 1950-1963 PR DCAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/159xxx/2a77c295-6e42-46fb-839d-8b15f77a4462.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $30 – $1,300
1950 50c PR
Worth: $175 – $17,500
1951 50c PR
Worth: $140 – $18,000
1952 50c PR
Worth: $64 – $12,000
1953 50c PR
Worth: $50 – $9,500
1954 50c PR
Worth: $29 – $2,880
1955 50c PR
Worth: $26 – $336
1956 50c Type 1 PR
Worth: $30 – $1,560
1956 50c Type 2 PR
Worth: $28 – $650
1957 50c PR
Worth: $26 – $240
1958 50c PR
Worth: $29 – $420
1959 50c PR
Worth: $25 – $403
1960 50c PR
Worth: $25 – $312
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population: 10 in 65, 19 finer (6/26). CDN: $2,420 Whsle. Bid for NG...
$2,562
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR66 PCGS. ...
$2,562
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS....
$4,080
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, DDR-001, PR63 ANACS. Ex: Flynn plate coin. Mintage 3,028,244.Flynn Reference and Cross...
$180
1961 Franklin Half Dollar. FS-801. Doubled Die Reverse. Proof-68 (NGC).
$14,400
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR64 PCGS. ...
$1,880
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR65 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 3,028,244. ...
$1,952
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR66 PCGS....
$3,720
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS....
$7,800
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR65 PCGS. ...
$2,160
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR66 PCGS. CAC. ...
$3,172
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS. CAC....
$5,040
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR65 PCGS. ...
$2,702
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS. ...
$4,320
1961 Franklin Half Dollar. FS-801. Doubled Die Reverse. Proof-65 (PCGS). CAC.
$2,585
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS. ...
$4,320
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR65 NGC. ...
$2,350
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$4,800
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$4,320
1961 50C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 NGC. ...
$4,200
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