United States of America 1959 N/A Franklin Half Dollars 50¢

Coin / United States of America / 1959 / N/A / Franklin Half Dollars / 50¢ (Fifty Cents)

The coin in focus is a 1959 Franklin Half Dollar, which is part of the United States coin series known as the Franklin Half Dollars. This series was minted from 1948 to 1963 and features the likeness of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse. The coin has a denomination of 50 cents (50¢) and was produced with a total mintage of 6,200,000 pieces in that year. The design of the Franklin Half Dollar is notable not just for its historical significance, highlighting one of America's Founding Fathers, but also for its craftsmanship. Unfortunately, specific details regarding the mint location, designer, and materials used are not available; however, it is classified as a "Mint Strike" coin, which indicates that it was produced by the U.S. Mint under standard conditions. The coin does not have a mint mark, suggesting it was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, where many Franklin Half Dollars were produced. As with other coins in the series, this piece features an edge type that is not specified, but typically, Franklin Half Dollars have a reeded edge. While the physical dimensions such as weight and diameter are not provided, Franklin Half Dollars typically measure 30.6 mm in diameter and weigh approximately 12.5 grams. The absence of certain data points does not detract from the coin's collectibility, and its mintage of 6.2 million coins also suggests a moderate demand among collectors. In summary, this 1959 Franklin Half Dollar represents a key piece of American numismatic history, combining both aesthetic and historical value, making it a great addition to any collection centered on U.S. coins.