90% American Silver Franklin Half Dollars - $10 Face Value

$10 Face Value – 90% Silver Franklin Half Dollars (1948–1963)

Constitutional Silver | Founding Father Design | 7.234 troy oz Total Silver

At a glance: $10 face value = 20 Franklin half dollars (1948–1963) carrying approximately 7.234 troy oz of 90% silver — the Liberty Bell halves that closed America’s silver-coinage era. Random dates in average circulated (VG–XF) condition cost about 7.234 × the live silver spot price plus a low premium, ship fully insured in cloth bags from Summit Metals, and are not IRA eligible (circulated alloy). Best for stackers who want a solid silver position in recognizable half-dollar form. Page updated July 2026.

Honor a piece of American history with this $10 face value bundle of Franklin Half Dollars, containing 20 coins totaling 7.234 troy ounces of 90% silver. Minted between 1948 and 1963, these circulated coins feature Benjamin Franklin and the Liberty Bell — iconic symbols of freedom and American ingenuity.

Quick Facts:

• Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper

• Denomination: 50¢ per coin; 20 coins = $10 face value

• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): Approx. 7.234 troy ounces total silver

• Years: Random dates from 1948–1963 (Proof coins 1948–1949 may appear)

• Mint Marks: Philadelphia (P), Denver (D), San Francisco (S)

• Condition: Average Circulated (VG–XF); full dates and designs visible

• Packaging: Coins shipped in protective cloth bags

• IRA Eligible: No (due to circulated status)

Why Summit Metals?

Authentic Pre‑1965 U.S. Coinage
Fully Insured, Secure, and Discreet Delivery
Trusted Buyback Policy
Thorough Testing – No Culls or Replicas

Every Franklin half dollar is verified by Summit Metals for weight, silver content, and authenticity, ensuring real 90% silver bullion.

Ben Franklin & Liberty Bell Design

Designed by John R. Sinnock and completed by Gilroy Roberts, these coins feature:

• Obverse: Bust of Benjamin Franklin, with “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and year of issue

• Reverse: Liberty Bell with a small eagle to the right; inscriptions include “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”

These were the last 90% silver half dollars before the introduction of the Kennedy design in 1964.

Why Stack Franklin Half Dollars?

• Inflation Hedge: Tied to the price of silver

• Barter Flexibility: Mid-sized denomination for versatility

• Historical Value: Pay tribute to a Founding Father and a treasured American symbol

• Low Premium: Circulated condition offers silver close to melt value

Silver Content Reference

Based on standard 0.7234 oz per $1 FV of 90% silver half dollars.

Packaging & Delivery

Coins are hand-counted, weighed, and securely packed in cloth bags. All orders ship discreetly, fully insured, and include tracking from Summit’s vault to your door.

Add Franklin Halves to Your Stack

Whether you’re stacking silver for value, prepping for the future, or collecting U.S. coinage history, the $10 Face Value Franklin Half Dollar bundle offers trusted 90% silver backed by one of America’s most legendary figures.

Order today from Summit Metals — where heritage meets hard money.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coins is $10 face value? 20 Franklin halves — approximately 7.234 troy oz of pure silver.

Is it IRA eligible? No — circulated 90% alloy doesn’t meet IRS purity standards; see Silver Eagles for IRA silver.

What years will I receive? Random 1948–1963 dates and P/D/S mint marks; 1948–1949 proofs occasionally appear.

What condition are the coins? Average circulated (VG–XF) with full dates and designs — not BU, never culls.

How is the price set? About 7.234 × the live silver spot price plus a low junk-silver premium.

Why halves instead of dimes? Fewer coins to count and store per ounce, while staying fractional and barter-ready.

Franklin vs Kennedy halves? Same silver content — Franklins (1948–1963) preceded the single-year 90% silver 1964 Kennedy.

Can I sell them back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.

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