The Franklin Half Dollar is a 50-cent coin issued by the United States Mint from 1948 to 1963. The coin features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The 1951 San Francisco minted version of the Franklin Half Dollar is particularly sought after by collectors, especially in higher grades due to its limited mintage and overall historical significance. Collectors often look for this specific date and mintmark combination, as it can be indicative of more valuable specimens.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1951-S (San Francisco) Franklin Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Franklin Half Dollars 1951 San Francisco