The Franklin Half Dollar is a 50-cent coin issued by the United States Mint from 1948 to 1963, featuring a portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The 1949 Franklin Half Dollar is particularly significant as it represents one of the earlier years of this series, which is known for its high silver content, consisting of 90% silver and 10% copper. This coin is popular among collectors for its historical significance and the design's connection to American heritage. Collectors often focus on the coin's mint mark, condition, and any varieties or errors that may enhance its value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1949-D (Denver) Franklin Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Franklin Half Dollars 1949 Denver
1949-P (Philadelphia) Franklin Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Franklin Half Dollars 1949 Philadelphia
1949-S (San Francisco) Franklin Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Franklin Half Dollars 1949 San Francisco
United States of America 1949 N/A Franklin Half Dollars 50¢ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Franklin Half Dollars 1949 N/A