90% American Silver Franklin Half Dollars - $100 Face Value

$100 Face Value – 90% Silver Franklin Half Dollars (1948–1963)

Constitutional Silver | Founding Father Design | 72.34 troy oz Total Silver

At a glance: $100 face value = 200 Franklin half dollars (1948–1963) carrying approximately 72.34 troy oz of 90% silver — a serious bulk position in the last circulating US halves struck in silver. Random dates in average circulated (VG–XF) condition cost about 72.34 × the live silver spot price plus a low bulk premium, ship fully insured in cloth bags from Summit Metals, and are not IRA eligible (circulated alloy). Best for stackers building substantial barter-ready weight with historic character. Page updated July 2026.

Honor a piece of American history with this $100 face value bundle of Franklin Half Dollars, containing 200 coins totaling 72.34 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; 200 coins = $100 face value

• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): Approx. 72.34 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 $100 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many coins is $100 face value? 200 Franklin halves — approximately 72.34 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.

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

How is the price set? About 72.34 × the live silver spot price plus a low bulk premium — typically better per-ounce than small lots.

Why halves for bulk stacking? Half the coin count of quarters per face dollar, with the same silver-per-FV — easier to count, store, and trade.

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

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