Franklin Half Dollar 1951 Bugs Bunny MS61 NGC

Description
Offered here is a 1951 Franklin Half Dollar “Bugs Bunny” variety certified NGC MS61. This popular and collectible variety features a die clash mark near Franklin’s mouth that resembles buck teeth, giving the coin its famous “Bugs Bunny” nickname and making it one of the most recognized varieties in the Franklin Half Dollar series.

Specifications

• Coin Type: Franklin Half Dollar
• Year: 1951
• Mint: Philadelphia (no mintmark)
• Variety: Bugs Bunny Variety
• Grade: MS61
• Certification: NGC
• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
• Metal Content: 0.3617 Troy oz Silver
• Quantity: 1

Highlights

• Certified NGC MS61
• Popular “Bugs Bunny” die clash variety
• Recognizable clash marks near Franklin’s mouth
• Strong collector demand for Franklin varieties
• Struck in 90% silver

Historical Note
The “Bugs Bunny” Franklin Half Dollar variety was created by a die clash that left distinctive marks near Benjamin Franklin’s mouth, giving the appearance of protruding buck teeth. Collectors quickly embraced the nickname due to its resemblance to the famous cartoon character, and the variety remains one of the most widely recognized and collected errors in the Franklin Half Dollar series.

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