1961 Franklin Half Dollar – 90% Silver | Vintage U.S. Mint Coin

From the vaults of Shop LeHue Marketplace, where history meets heritage, comes this 1961 Franklin Half Dollar — a true relic of American minting. Struck in 90% silver, this coin carries the weight of liberty in your palm, featuring Benjamin Franklin’s stoic profile on one side and the iconic Liberty Bell on the other.

More than currency, it’s a tangible slice of mid-20th-century America — a time when coins were silver and symbols spoke louder than slogans. Whether you’re a collector, an investor, or someone who just appreciates silver with a story, this piece delivers both value and soul.

Details:

Year: 1961

Denomination: Half Dollar (50¢)

Metal Content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight: 12.5g

Diameter: 30.6 mm

Mint Mark: [Insert if visible — likely "D" for Denver or "P" for Philadelphia]

Composition Era: Pre-1965 (90% Silver U.S. Coinage)

Condition:

Circulated — shows honest wear from its decades of service, adding to its vintage character. Lettering, dates, and designs are still well-defined.

Why It’s LeHue Level:

Because silver this pure is no longer minted for circulation — and at Shop LeHue Marketplace, we see past the shine to the story. This Franklin Half carries the hum of history, the glint of value, and the kind of weight you can pass down.