Sunset Appraisal Service

Offered in this estate auction is a collector-assembled group of Franklin Half Dollars, dating from 1957 through 1963, all struck at the Denver Mint (D). Franklin half dollars are composed of 90% silver and are widely collected for both their precious metal content and classic mid-20th-century U.S. design.

Several coins in this group are collector-noted as FBL (Full Bell Lines)—a designation referring to the horizontal lines at the bottom of the Liberty Bell on the reverse. Strong, uninterrupted bell lines indicate a sharper strike and are highly sought after by Franklin half dollar collectors, as many coins from this series were weakly struck.

Why These Coins Are Unique

This lot represents a focused run of late-date Franklin half dollars, a period known for improved strike quality and strong eye appeal. Coins with Full Bell Lines are often pulled from circulation early and saved, making estate groupings like this attractive for:

• Collectors upgrading existing Franklin half dollar sets

• Buyers seeking silver coins with numismatic upside

• Resellers and variety hunters looking for strike-quality details

Coins are individually housed in 2x2 cardboard holders with handwritten annotations from the original collector indicating dates, mint marks, and FBL designations.

Important Collector Notation & Accuracy Disclaimer

All dates, mint marks, strike designations (including “FBL”), and other information written on the holders were handwritten by the original collector and have not been independently verified. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information noted on the cards. Buyers should review all images carefully and bid accordingly.

Lot Highlights

• U.S. Franklin Half Dollars (50¢)

• Date range: 1957–1963

• Denver Mint (D) issues

• 90% silver composition

• Collector-noted Full Bell Lines (FBL) examples

• Individually housed in original 2x2 holders

• Sold as one estate lot

Condition

Coins appear to be in circulated to lightly circulated condition, with toning, luster variation, and surface marks consistent with age. Some coins show stronger eye appeal and detail than others. No coins have been professionally graded or authenticated. Please examine 

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