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Lot #84 Franklin Half Dollars (1957–1963) | Denver Mint 90% Silver | Collector-Noted FBL | Estate Coin Lot (main image)
Lot #84 Franklin Half Dollars (1957–1963) | Denver Mint 90% Silver | Collector-Noted FBL | Estate Coin Lot
Lot Number: 84
Item Location: Castle Rock
Preview Date/Time:
Pickup Date/Time: Thursday 2/26 4pm-6:30 PM AND Friday 2/27 between 9:00 am and 12noon
Start Date/Time: 02/13/26, 11:00 PM
End Date/Time: 02/25/26, 7:42:00 PM
Opening Bid: $5.00
Bid History: 28
Current Bid: $127.00
Minimum Bid:
Highbidder: RastaChewbacca
Auction has ended.
Buyer's Premium: 15% will be added to the final price.
Description:

This estate auction lot features a collector-assembled group of Franklin Half Dollars, dated 1957 through 1963, primarily Denver Mint (D) issues. Franklin half dollars are composed of 90% silver and remain popular with collectors for both their bullion value and classic mid-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 base of the Liberty Bell on the reverse. Clear, uninterrupted bell lines indicate a stronger strike, a key attribute actively sought by Franklin half dollar collectors, as many examples from this series were weakly struck.

Why These Coins Are Desirable

  • 90% silver U.S. half dollars

  • Late-date Franklin issues with generally improved strike quality

  • Collector-identified Full Bell Lines (FBL) examples

  • Well-suited for set building, upgrading, or silver-focused collecting

Coins are housed individually in 2×2 cardboard holders with handwritten annotations from the original collector.


Important Collector Notation & Accuracy Disclaimer

Dates, mint marks, strike designations (including FBL / Full Bell Lines), grades, and any other information written on the holders were handwritten by the original collector and have not been independently verified. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of these notations. All coins are sold as-is, and bidders should rely on their own evaluation of the photographs and bid accordingly.


Condition

Coins appear to range from circulated to lightly circulated, with natural toning, surface marks, and luster variation consistent with age. No coins have been professionally graded or authenticated. Please review all photos carefull.

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📌 All items sold as-is. No guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.

Please defer to photos for condition. 15% Buyer's Premium. We only ship with USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Shipping. Items with value over $100 shipping insurance must also be charged to you to protect your purchase. Please contact us regarding shipping in advance if you have any questions. 


Alternative pick-up times are very limited. Please consider pick-up hours when bidding. Items that are not picked-up and shipping arrangements have not been made/paid for within 7 days will be considered abandoned. 


 

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