Silver commemorative coins are special issues produced to honor significant events, people, or places in U.S. history. The 1949 Philadelphia Silver Commemoratives include various designs, such as the 1949 Franklin half dollar, which celebrates the 200th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's birth. These coins generally contain 90% silver and are sought after by collectors for their historical significance and intrinsic silver value. Collectors value the condition, rarity, and design of these coins when determining their market value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1949 50c Booker T. Washington 50c Silver Commemoratives 1949 Philadelphia