- Surviving supply of 1960 halves is limited October 17, 2017The 1960 Franklin half dollar should be getting more serious attention. It may eventually prove to be one of those coins that surprises everyone with its high price. With a current value of $340 for an MS-65 example with full bell lines, it certainly is already well on its way. The year 1960 brought to a ...
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