1955 90% Silver Franklin Half Dollar Very Good to Extremely Fine (VG/XF) Coin

The 1955 Franklin Half Dollar is a popular coin among collectors with an overall mintage of 2,498,181 from the Philadelphia mint for the year. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin, designed by John R. Sinnock. Franklin is depicted in profile, facing right. The inscriptions include "LIBERTY" at the top, "IN GOD WE TRUST" at the bottom, and the year "1955" to the right of Franklin's image. The reverse design, also by John R. Sinnock, features the Liberty Bell in the center, with a small eagle to the right. The inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" at the top, "E PLURIBUS UNUM" above the Liberty Bell, and "HALF DOLLAR" at the bottom. The small eagle was added to comply with the Coinage Act of 1873, which mandated that half dollars, quarters, and dimes include an eagle in their design.

1955 Franklin Half Dollar Coin VG/XF

Franklin Half Dollars were struck in 90% silver with a new weight of .36169 ounces of pure silver. It has seen varying degrees of circulation, which is reflected in its grade which indicates the coin is worn but still retains significant detail, placing it between a heavily worn coin and one that is almost uncirculated. Whether in VG or XF condition, the Franklin Half Dollar remains a cherished piece of American history and a staple for any coin collection.