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1948 Franklin Half Dollar (First Year)
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Classic · 50¢

1948 Franklin Half Dollar (First Year)

50¢ · Classic · John R. Sinnock

Designer: John R. Sinnock

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1948-P Franklin half dollar

3,006,814 struck at the Philadelphia Mint, ranked 3 of 35 in the series. Mintage, varieties, and a verification checklist →

Coin facts

Denomination
50¢
Metal
silver
Series
Franklin
Year
1948
Era
Classic

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