1953-S Franklin Half Dollar “Bugs Bunny” FS-401 — NGC MS65+ — Bill Fivaz Hand-Signed Label PRICE $225 An outstanding 1953-S Franklin Half Dollar featuring the popular “Bugs Bunny” FS-401 variety, certified by NGC at the impressive grade of MS65+. The famous “Bugs Bunny” variety gets its nickname from the distinctive die-clash characteristics around Franklin’s mouth, creating the appearance of prominent “buck teeth.” This is one of the best-known and most recognizable varieties in the Franklin Half Dollar series. This example offers bright, lustrous Mint State surfaces with an attractive silver appearance and strong overall eye appeal. At MS65+, it represents a premium Gem-quality example of this collectible Franklin variety. Making this particular coin even more interesting is the special NGC Cherrypickers’ Guide label, authentically hand-signed by noted variety expert Bill Fivaz, co-author of the Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins. The holder specifically identifies the coin as FS-401. Date/Mint: 1953-S Denomination: Franklin Half Dollar — 50¢ Variety: “Bugs Bunny” Variety Attribution: FS-401 Grade: NGC MS65+ Special Label: Cherrypickers’ Guide Signature: Bill Fivaz — Authentic Hand-Signed Composition: 90% Silver NGC Certification #: 8685318-003 An excellent combination of high grade, recognized FS-401 variety attribution, Cherrypickers’ Guide pedigree and Bill Fivaz signature. A particularly interesting piece for the advanced Franklin collector, variety specialist, or collector of signed numismatic holders.

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