Half dollars ยท 1948-1963
Franklin Half Dollar Melt Value
A Franklin half contains 0.3617 troy ounces of silver. At today's spot of $52.65, that is $19.04 in silver per coin.
Melt value
$19.04
Per coin: $19.04
Quick values
| Amount | Pure silver | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.3617 oz | $19.04 |
| 1 roll (20 coins) | 7.2339 oz | $380.87 |
| 10 coins | 3.6170 oz | $190.43 |
| 100 coins | 36.1696 oz | $1,904.33 |
Specifications
| Years | 1948-1963 |
| Purity | 90% silver |
| Total weight | 12.5 g |
| Pure silver content | 0.3617 troy oz |
| Face value | $0.50 |
How to tell
Every Franklin half dollar is 90% silver.
Melt value vs. selling price
Melt value is the metal alone. What you get for a Franklin half depends on condition, date and who is buying. Common worn coins usually sell close to melt. Key dates, rare mint marks and high grades can be worth much more, so look those up before selling for metal.
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