The Franklin silver half dollar series, issued from 1948 through 1963. was minted in honor of Benjamin Franklin - statesman, diplomat scientist, inventor, printer, publisher, ... and one of America's most respected and accomplished founding fathers.

Designed by US Mint Chief Engraver John R. Sinnock, the coin features a classic profile of Franklin facing to the right on the obverse, whilre the reverse depicts Philadelphia's famous Liberty Bell. Like Franklin, it too is closely associated with the American Revolution and the founding of the United States of America,