1953-D Franklin Half Dollar, 90% Silver

A solid example of the Franklin half — Ben on the front, the Liberty Bell on the back, and real silver in the metal. The mint mark is a clear "D" visible on the reverse above the Liberty Bell, confirming Denver production. Details: - Date: 1953 - Mint Mark: D (Denver) - Denomination: Half Dollar - Series: Franklin Half Dollar (1948–1963) - Silver Content: 90% silver, pre-1965 - Obverse: Benjamin Franklin portrait - Reverse: Liberty Bell with small eagle to the right Circulated with moderate wear — details are readable and the legends are sharp, though the high points show the expected smoothing from time in circulation. A nice, honest silver half. The Franklin half was the last US coin designed without Congressional approval — the Mint director slipped it through on his own authority, and Congress wasn't thrilled about it. *Generated with Gavel AI — please ask questions if the description doesn't seem right.

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