Immaculate Surfaces

1948 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

The first year of issue for the popular Franklin half dollar series, and a stunning, high-end example featuring attractive, mellow toning and luster that absolutely glows. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Only 1 Finer!

1948-D 50c PCGS MS67 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

A highly attractive piece that features deep orange-gold and bronze toning with no significant marks or luster grazes whatsoever. A natural beauty with a full and crisp strike. Only one finer at PCGS, a MS67+!

Mint Set Toning

1949 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Perfectly original, mottled mint set toning throughout. Any bag marks or luster grazes are imperceptible. An easy decision for CAC, as they highly value originality. Only 13 finer at PCGS, and few of those are CAC approved.

Tied for Finest Known!

1949-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Popular key date issue of which many were melted down. This impeccably preserved example features mottled russet toning on the obverse and retains 100% of its "original skin." The luster is absolutely unmatched and glows with dynamic movement as the coin is rotated. No distractions whatsoever and appears to be conservatively graded despite the lofty grade. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Popular Key Date

1949-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66 FBL

Popular Key Date in gorgeous superb gem condition. Satiny smooth surfaces are sharply defined and framed by gorgeous rainbow tints along the rims. PCGS has only certified 45 finer examples, and that number is likely inflated due to crack-outs and re-submissions. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Popular Key Date

1949-S 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

The 1949-S Franklin is a popular and affordable key date in the series. Mottled sienna and russet tones intermingle to create a wholesome, attractive example of this tough date Franklin. Only 17 finer at PCGS according to CoinFacts, but we suspect that number may be inflated by crackouts and resubmissions. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Deeply Lustrous

1950 50c PCGS MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

A shockingly lustrous gem with natural mint set toning throughout and excellent eye appeal. PCGS has rightfully granted their Plus Grade designation.

Supreme Gem Example!

1950-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Deep rainbow tones sweep through the obverse of this attractive super-gem Franklin Half. Fully struck, wonderfully original, and CAC approved. Only 6 finer at PCGS!

Fully Struck

1951 50c PCGS/CAC MS66 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Silky luster bursts through light, attractive toning on this handsome Franklin Half. A well struck piece that retains 100% of its original skin. Roughly only 50 finer examples known between PCGS and NGC combined!

Among the Finest Known!

1951-D 50c PCGS MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Wholesome mint set toning throughout displays an array of colors, yet muted yellows and greens seem to prevail. PCGS records indicate only three finer examples known.

Striking Beauty!

1951-S 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Inspiring, sunny gold hues throughout with unbroken, satin-like luster. We sincerely doubt that a more natural beauty can be found. A scarce date in FBL, PCGS reports only 15 finer - a number which we suspect is slightly inflated due to crackouts and resubmissions. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Deep, Complex Toning

1952 50c PCGS/CAC MS67 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Deep, original toning and thick luster grace this well-preserved, registry quality Franklin. PCGS reports only 6 finer, all in 67+, but not all of those are CAC approved like this one.

Beautiful Pastel Tints

1952-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Beautiful yet subtle pastel rainbow tones are complimented by satiny lustrous surfaces, which shows full mint bloom. PCGS reports only 9 finer examples, only 3 of which are CAC approved.

Among the Finest Known!

1952-S 50c PCGS MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Gorgeous mint set toning with a tight band of rainbow tones sweeping around the obverse periphery. Thick mint luster, this superb gem is very choice for the assigned grade. Bested by only three finer examples at PCGS!

Tied for Finest Known!

1953 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Deeply original with complex blues and touches of orange-gold. A smattering of sienna and russet colors also serve to bear witness to the originality of this piece. Despite the complex toning, the luster still beams strong from beneath. A tough date in FBL and bested by none at any grading service! CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Beaming Luster

1953-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Outstanding luster and eye appeal as one should expect from such a lofty grade. A subtle band of rainbow toning peaks through at the rim adding to the already strong eye appeal. CAC approved for quality!

Shockingly Beautiful

1953-S 50c PCGS MS67 ex: The Bocian Collection

Primarily white with subtle palest gold coming in along the rims. A spectacular substitute for the scarce "Full Bell Lines" version of this date, of which we estimate only about 40 have been certified. Only two finer in non-FBL!

Plus Grade Beauty

1954 50c PCGS MS66+

A wonderful and attractive example, yet still very affordable.

Well Struck!

1954 50c PCGS/CAC MS66 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

A gorgeous, highly lustrous gem plus example with lightly mottled envelope toning. Clearly cherished and well preserved from the day it rolled off the line at the U.S. Mint. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Gem Plus Example

1954-D 50c PCGS MS66+

The bell lines appear to be full but are broken by a single bag mark/unstruck area.

Crisp Strike

1954-D 50c PCGS MS66 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

A lovely piece that with some crusty original mint set toning at the rims and coating the reverse. Fully struck with well defined bell lines.

Stunning Franklin!

1954-S 50c PCGS MS66 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Swimming in luster! Primarily white with a light, even sheen of natural toning throughout. No distractions and simply stunning visual appeal!

Choice Luster

1955 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Burnt sienna and subtle crimson mint set toning is displayed throughout. The luster is almost perfectly preserved on this high-end gem Franklin Half Dollar. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Tied for Finest Known!

1956 50c PCGS/CAC MS67+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

There may be no better coin of this date/mint in existence. Perfectly preserved, unbroken mint luster and incredible, natural toning featuring deep rainbow highlights. An exciting coin for the refined collection. From a population of 13 at PCGS and none finer!

Only 3 Finer!

1957 50c PCGS/CAC MS67 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

A superb gem piece with mottled toning in lovely jewel tones featured throughout. No singular flaws or distracting marks can be found on this well-struck example. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Wonderfully Original Gem!

1957-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS66+ FBL

Only One Finer!

1957-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS67 FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Alluring shades of orange and green intermingle with deep neon bands of rainbow color at the rims. A full and crisp strike throughout with no flaws or distractions. Clearly and easy decision for CAC.

Tied for Finest Non-FBL!

1958 50c PCGS/CAC MS67+ ex: The Bocian Collection

Though the full bell lines are always desired by collectors, it is hard to make a case against a supreme gem such as this. Perfectly original with outstanding luster and pleasant toning. The strike is quite full save for a microscopic amount of weakness in the center of the bell lines. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.

Among the Finest Known!

1958 50c PCGS/CAC MS67 FBL

A lovely original with incredible luster. The strike is simply unmatched, as the full bell lines can be easily made out with the naked eye. PCGS reports only 4 finer, all in 67+.

Tied for Finest Known!

1958-D 50c PCGS/CAC MS67+ FBL ex: The Bocian Collection

Amazing, complex rainbow toning throughout. While 67+ examples do come to the market with some regularity, not all have the charm of this one. PCGS pop 24 with none finer, but not all are CAC approved like this gem.