Scott #517: 1917 50¢ Light Violet Franklin
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 101 |
| Estimate | 20.00 - 35.00 USD |
| Auction | Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Featherznest |
| Location | Grapevine, Arkansas |
1917 U.S. Scott #517 50¢ Light Violet Benjamin Franklin – Perf 11 – UsedClassic Washington-Franklin series high-value definitive. Bold Franklin portrait in light violet, perf 11 all sides, unwatermarked. Neat (though heavy) black oval cancels. A solid used example with good color for the issue.Perfect for Washington-Franklin collectors or U.S. postage series completists. Sound condition overall with typical postal use. Scott catalog value reflects scarcity of sound higher-denomination used stamps from this period.Starting Bid: $15–$20 (or open bidding). Estimate: $20–$35.Shipping: Secure USPS with tracking. Check our other Washington-Franklin and classic U.S. lots this week!This description is concise, highlights key identifiers, and should attract bids on your platform. Photos already show front/back well. If it's a nicer centering or you have multiples, I can refine it further
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