1955 U.S. 50¢ - Ben Franklin Silver Half Dollar (Bugs Bunny) - CHBU
- Period: Federal Republic (1776-Date)
- Type: Standard Circulation Coin
- Years: 1948-1963
- Mint: United States Mint - Philadelphia (1792-Date)
- Denomination: 1/2 Dollar = 50 Cents
- Currency: Dollar (1785-Date)
- Composition: .900 Silver
- Diameter: 30.6mm
- Weight: 12.5g
- Edge: Reeded
- Mintage: 2,498,181
- Condition: Choice Brilliant Uncirculated - CHBU
- Obverse: Benjamin Franklin facing right
- Reverse: Liberty Bell with a small eagle with the denomination below
- Reference: KM# 199, Schön# 200
The "Bugs Bunny" variety is the result of a die clash, which results in what appears to be two protruding teeth from Franklin's mouth (see picture). While most common in 1955, this die clash is known on other dates as well.
*Coin condition is based on our professional opinion. Pictures are representative of the coin that you will receive, actual coin may differ slightly, and serial numbers will vary*