Price Guide for 1960 Half Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $1,840.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $5,175.00
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eBayCirculated: $8.00 – $30.99Uncirculated: $5.01 – $849.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $13.00 – $18.00Uncirculated: $20.00 – $425.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $18.00 – $650.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $3,120.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.50 – $210.70Uncirculated: $2.00 – $2,469.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $18.00Uncirculated: $18.00 – $2,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $12.00 – $28,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $8.38 – $2,279.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $18.00 – $36,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $425.00 – $3,800.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $12,075.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $4,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $12.00 – $13.00Uncirculated: $9.00 – $1,610.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.99 – $85.54Uncirculated: $0.01 – $2,550.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00 – $12.00Uncirculated: $15.00 – $825.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $120.00 – $156.00
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eBayUncirculated: $13.50 – $995.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20.00 – $110.00Uncirculated: $125.00 – $600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $144.00
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eBayUncirculated: $7.50 – $189.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $250.00
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eBayUncirculated: $110.00 – $350.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 – $350.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $88.13 – $126.50Uncirculated: $11.00 – $2,938.00
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eBayCirculated: $34.99Uncirculated: $18.00 – $2,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $2,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $632.50 – $12,937.50Uncirculated: $34.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $77.00 – $1,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $22.00 – $16,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $104.00 – $288.00
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eBayUncirculated: $45.00 – $435.17
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $350.00
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eBayUncirculated: $241.50 – $780.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $52.00 – $550.00
Design and Specifications of the 1960 Half Dollar
The 1960 Franklin Half Dollar was part of the series that ran from 1948 to 1963. This coin marked the final full year of production before the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963, which led to the introduction of the Kennedy Half Dollar in 1964. The Franklin Half Dollar was designed to honor Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s founding fathers and a renowned polymath.
| Weight | 12.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, P (no mint mark) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Benjamin Franklin, designed by John R. Sinnock |
| Reverse Design | Liberty Bell with small eagle, designed by John R. Sinnock |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1960 Franklin Half Dollars. Circulated examples are generally worth their silver melt value, but uncirculated coins can command significant premiums. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly desirable, as they showcase the coin’s original luster and design details.
For proof issues, the presence of cameo or deep cameo contrast can substantially increase value. These contrasts refer to the frosty appearance of the devices against mirror-like fields.
Mintage: 6,024,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Somewhat scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for high-grade examples
Mintage: 18,215,812
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Somewhat scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,691,602
Rarity Scale: Common for a proof issue
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Somewhat scarce in grades PR67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for cameo and deep cameo examples
Full Bell Lines (FBL) on the reverse are a key factor in determining premium values for Franklin Half Dollars. Coins with clear, unbroken lines on the bottom of the Liberty Bell are more valuable due to their superior strike quality.
Toning can also impact value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding higher prices among collectors. However, any signs of cleaning or other forms of damage can significantly decrease a coin’s value.
While not particularly rare, the 1960 Franklin Half Dollar holds historical significance as one of the last years of the series, which can increase collector interest and potentially affect long-term value.
