Description
$1000 Face Value – 90% Silver Franklin Half Dollars (1948–1963)
Constitutional Silver | Founding Father Design | 723.4 troy oz Total Silver
At a glance: $1000 face value = 2,000 Franklin half dollars (1948–1963) carrying approximately 723.4 troy oz of 90% silver — a wholesale-scale position in the last circulating US halves struck in silver. Random dates in average circulated (VG–XF) condition cost about 723.4 × the live silver spot price plus our best bulk premium, ship fully insured from Summit Metals, and are not IRA eligible (circulated alloy). Best for large-scale stackers who want maximum historic silver weight per dollar. Page updated July 2026.
Honor a piece of American history with this $1000 face value bundle of Franklin Half Dollars, containing 2,000 coins totaling 723.4 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; 2,000 coins = $1000 face value
Actual Silver Weight (ASW): Approx. 723.4 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: Ships in canvas sacks ($500 FV+)
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
| Face Value | Approx. ASW (troy oz) |
|---|---|
| $1 (2 coins) | 0.723 oz |
| $10 (20 coins) | 7.234 oz |
| $100 (200 coins) | 72.34 oz |
| $500 (1,000 coins) | 361.7 oz |
| $1000 (2,000 coins) | 723.4 oz |
Based on standard 0.7234 oz per $1 FV of 90% silver half dollars.
Packaging & Delivery
Coins are hand-counted, weighed, and securely packed. 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 $1000 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 $1000 face value? 2,000 Franklin halves — approximately 723.4 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 723.4 × the live silver spot price plus our best bulk junk-silver premium.
How does it ship? In canvas sacks, hand-counted and weighed, fully insured and trackable.
Can I sell them back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.
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