1963 P FRANKLIN HALF DOLLAR SILVER PROOF PR70

Updated August 30, 2026

Lot number	120
Category	Coins & Currency
Auction	Sept 10 2026 GOLD SILVER BULLION COINS KNIVES CARDS
Date	September 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1963 P FRANKLIN HALF DOLLAR SILVER PROOF PR70 1963 P Franklin Half Dollar Proof Silver PR70 SGS Holder This 1963 P Franklin Half Dollar is a stunning example of United States coinage history, featuring the iconic portrait of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin is a proof silver issue, specifically designated as Proof Silver on the label to denote its composition and manufacturing process. It has been graded by SGS as PR70, representing a top-tier grade for a proof strike from this era. The coin is housed in an SGS protective slab, ensuring its preservation and highlighting its status as a high-grade proof specimen. This silver half dollar is a significant piece for collectors of the Franklin series, showcasing the mirror-like surfaces and sharp details characteristic of the proof minting process used during the early 1960s. 1963 P Franklin Half Dollar Silver Proof PR70 SGS Graded Condition: This item is housed in a protective slab and has been assigned a grade of PR70 by SGS, indicating it is categorized as a perfect proof. The coin is composed of silver, as indicated on the label. The mint is Philadelphia, as denoted by the 1963 P designation. This coin was produced by the United States Mint and features Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. The 1963 issue represents the final year of the Franklin Half Dollar series before it was replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar. The strike type is a proof, specifically manufactured for collectors with polished dies and planchets to achieve a mirror-like finish. The grading is provided by Star Grading Service (SGS). Franklin half dollar, 1963 P, proof silver, PR70, SGS grading, numismatics, coin collecting, US currency, Liberty Bell, Benjamin Franklin, 50 cent coin, slabbed coin, bullion 1963 Franklin Half Dollar, Proof Silver Coin, SGS PR70, Rare US Coins, Silver Bullion, Numismatic Collectibles, Benjamin Franklin Coin, Liberty Bell Half Dollar, Graded Silver Coins, 1963 P Half Dollar IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file

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