1959 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Franklin Half Dollar — Coin Value
Franklin Half DollarWhat the 1959 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Franklin Half Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1959 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Franklin Half Dollar value — Ungraded $36 · MS62 $50 · MS66 $793. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 22.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest entry point, purchase the Standard 1959 Franklin Half Dollar for $29. The premium versions offer specific attributes: TYPE 2 ($42) and PROOF ($37) denote higher quality or mintage, while DOUBLE DIE FS-801 ($36) signifies a unique minting error. Buyers prioritizing collecting the most accessible piece should choose Standard, whereas those seeking rarity or specific grading should invest in the higher-priced variants.
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Item details
- Series
- Franklin Half Dollar
- Year
- 1959
1959 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Franklin Half Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1959 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Franklin Half Dollar runs around $36, a certified MS62 about $50, and a high-grade MS66 commands $793.
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 | $36 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $793 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1959 Franklin Half Dollar?
- Ungraded 1959 Franklin Half Dollars are currently valued starting at $38.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 version of the 1959 Franklin Half Dollar is valued at $369, compared to the $38 ungraded price.
- What is the series and year for this specific coin?
- This coin is from the Franklin Half Dollar series and was minted in the year 1959.
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