1956 Franklin Half Dollar — Coin Value
Franklin Half DollarWhat the 1956 Franklin Half Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1956 Franklin Half Dollar value — Ungraded $30 · MS62 $35 · MS66 $119. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1956 Franklin Half Dollar, buy the Standard for $32. The premium versions, like the TYPE 1 DOUBLE DIE at $250, offer superior grading and collectibility, reflecting higher scarcity. Collectors prioritizing investment or pristine condition should pay for the Double Die or Proof varieties. Casual collectors looking for the lowest entry point should stick to the Standard or TYPE 2 PROOF at $38.
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Item details
- Series
- Franklin Half Dollar
- Year
- 1956
1956 Franklin Half Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1956 Franklin Half Dollar runs around $30, a certified MS62 about $35, and a high-grade MS66 commands $119.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $30 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $119 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1956 Franklin Half Dollar?
- An ungraded 1956 Franklin Half Dollar starts at $33.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is valued at $134, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's price of $47.
- What series does this 1956 Franklin Half Dollar belong to?
- This item is part of the Franklin Half Dollar series from the year 1956.
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