How much is a 1961 silver half dollar worth?
Mia Phillips
Updated on April 09, 2026
1961-D Franklin Half Dollar Brilliant Uncirculated This 1961 Silver Half Dollar features Benjamin Franklin and the Liberty Bell. It is in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, and was struck in 12.5 grams of 90% silver at the Denver Mint.
What is a 1936 half dollar worth?
Pricing the 1936 Walking Liberty Half Dollar
| DATE | GOOD | UNCIRCULATED |
|---|---|---|
| 1936 Walking Liberty Half Dollar | $13 | $25 |
| 1936 Walking Liberty Half Dollar (D) | $13 | $50 |
| 1936 Walking Liberty Half Dollar (S) | $13 | $60 |
| Source: Red Book |
What is a 1961 1/2 dollar worth?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1961 Ben Franklin Half Dollar value at an average of $12.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $180. (see details)…
What is the rarest Franklin half dollar?
These 90% silver half dollars bear a portrait of Founding Father and prolific inventor Benjamin Franklin on the obverse….Most Valuable Franklin Half Dollars: Key Dates.
| Date & Mintmark | Mintage | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1949-S | 3,744,000 | $15+ |
| 1950 (proof) | 51,386 | $500+ |
| 1951 (proof) | 57,500 | $375+ |
| 1952 (proof) | 81,980 | $200+ |
How much is a 1951 half dollar worth?
1951 Franklin Half Dollar Pricing A 1951 edition half dollar may trade for about $13 in very fine condition while a coin in extremely fine condition may trade for about $14. Prices may rise from this level according to the coin’s grade and condition.
How much is a 1961 Franklin half dollar worth?
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1961 Franklin Half Dollar is Worth $11.61 in Average Condition and can be Worth $15 to $78 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof Coins can be Worth $24 or more.
How much is a 1965 silver half dollar worth?
All pre-1965 silver half dollars are silver coins containing 0.362 troy ounces (11.4 grams) of physical silver weight and value. Older silver half dollars are thus worth over 8600% more than their present-day cupro-nickel versions ($6.99 per silver half dollar melt value vs just over 8¢ in current half dollar melt value).
What does mint luster on 1961 half dollar mean?
Inspect the mint luster looking for any breaks, these indicate the half dollar saw use and developed wear to the surface. This mint luster is the fine texture imparted to a coin at the time if striking. Fine grains of metal radiate out from the center giving the coin its distinctive “new” look.
When was the first silver half dollar made?
Silver US half dollars were first minted in 1794 and continued to 1964. Your 1961 Franklin half is part of this long history. All series of half dollars are imaged to help identify your coins, with links to specific value charts.
