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1949-S Franklin Half Dollar (Key Date)

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Classic · 50¢

1949-S Franklin Half Dollar (Key Date)

50¢ · Classic · John R. Sinnock

Designer: John R. Sinnock

KEY DATE

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1949-S Franklin half dollar

3,744,000 struck at the San Francisco Mint, ranked 4 of 35 in the series. Mintage, varieties, and a verification checklist →

Coin facts

Denomination
50¢
Metal
silver
Series
Franklin
Year
1949-S
Mint mark
S
Era
Classic

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