C.G. Franklin Half Dollars
The author of “The Complete Guide to Franklin Half Dollars”, published by DLRC Press in 2002. This book offers an in-depth analysis and die variety study on the series.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Benjamin Franklin, History of The Series
Chapter 2: Grading Mint State Franklins, What Is a Full Bell Line (FBL) Franklin, Striking Characteristics of Mint State Franklins, The Importance of the Condition of the Master Die
Chapter 3: Mint State Franklin Rarity Rankings
Chapter 4: Date By Date
Chapter 5: Overview of Proof Franklins
Chapter 6: Grade Proof Franklins, Comparisions of Brilliant to Ultra Heavy Cameo Proofs, The Importance of The Condition of The Master Die, NGC Versus PCGS: Cameo, Deep Cameo & Ultra Cameo
Chapter 7: Date By Date
Chapter 8: Investment Potential of Mint State And Proof Franklins
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: PCGS Standards for CAM, DCAM, and FBL
Appendix C: NGC Standards for CAM, DCAM, and FBL
Appendix D: The NGC Certified Coin Registry