The Franklin is a very simple design, but I don't think its really ugly. And when its nicely toned with Full Bell Lines, it can be extremely attractive. Or was this post just intended to be a jab at me and a series you know I like?
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#5664092 - 05/08/1211:00 PMRe: Franklins must be the ugliest coin design ever
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I agree that the Franklin design is not my personal favorite either; I like the design of the Liberty Walking Half Dollar much better. You could say the same for the modern coinage honoring our past presidents; the Lincoln Memorial Cent, Jefferson Nickel, and Washington Quarters have a lot to be desired (in terms of the obverses at least).
Back to Franklins, as was noted by another posted, I find nice cameo and deep cameo proof Franklin Half Dollars attractive.
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