Quick question re 1956 Franklin type 1/type 2

blacksmoke

I'm sure this has been brought up countless times in this forum but I just want to make sure of something. I know in 1956 there were two types of Franklins. The type 1 which has the 4 feathers to the left side of the eagle and the type 2 which has 3. The question: is any Franklin with the 4 feathers a type 1 or was there a business strike and proof that determines this? Thanks in advance.

19Lyds

<< <i>I'm sure this has been brought up countless times in this forum but I just want to make sure of something. I know in 1956 there were two types of Franklins. The type 1 which has the 4 feathers to the left side of the eagle and the type 2 which has 3. The question: is any Franklin with the 4 feathers a type 1 or was there a business strike and proof that determines this? Thanks in advance. >>

I don't really understand what you are asking.

Can you be more specific?

Try this page.

joeykoins

WoW! I've never heard of this variety before? Great info. and description, 19lyds. Any premium for these? If so, how much?

ModCrewman

There is a very nice premium for the Type I's at the moment; especially in OGP.

The Type I's only matter on the proof coins...well at least that I'm aware of as I don't believe the Type II was used on business strike coins.

joeykoins

Thanks! Now one should look close on the " Bugs Bunny" teeth for different types of teeth?

blacksmoke

Here's a pic off of PCGS. I have also heard that there was something to do with these in 1958/1959 in the business strike I believe but I'm just curious about the 56, at this point. Thanks for the page 19. If I'm reading it right, in 1956 the only Franklin minted was in proof form? Which consisted of the early style with the 4 wing tips , then they switched to the 3 wing tip die which I think they were going to use for the business strikes for the next number of years?
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bestday

<< <i>There is a very nice premium for the Type I's at the moment; especially in OGP.

The Type I's only matter on the proof coins...well at least that I'm aware of as I don't believe the Type II was used on business strike coins. >>



there one in OGP typed 1 in great collections. auction....did PCGS list a type 1 ,2 on OGP holders

ModCrewman

<< <i>there one in OGP typed 1 in great collections. auction....did PCGS list a type 1 ,2 on OGP holders >>

OGP = Original Government Packaging
OGH = Old Green Holder

Two different things.

bestday

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<< <i>there one in OGP typed 1 in great collections. auction....did PCGS list a type 1 ,2 on OGP holders >>

OGP = Original Government Packaging
OGH = Old Green Holder

Two different things. >>



OGP was on my mind bought some Buffalos ..with of course OGP.. those buying.... holding Gold /silver ..Bottom near/on nov 1st

blacksmoke

The reason I asked this question was regarding a set that I had recently purchased for $20. Also, as I looked each coin over I found some "anomalies" I guess I could say. In "LIBERTY" on the Franklin, the leg on the L is about twice as wide as it should be. Also, the "E" is filled (is that what I should call it?) According to what I've researched and read on this forum is that this Franklin is a type 1. The quarter has a die crack across Washington's head and on the reverse, another die crack going from the end leaf on the olive branch, all the way up the left wing edge. The dime, well, just not real purdy. The nickel isn't even worth showing. The Lincoln has die cracks on the shoulder and the "I" in liberty is really funky lookin and so is "IN GOD WE TRUST". The reverse has a die fill (?) in "E PLURIBUS UNUM". Just wanted to share my $20 find.
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Harry779

The Franklin looks like CONECA DDO-002
Its a minor doubled die variety.
I have found several of these.

blacksmoke

Do you think the franklin is worth sending in for grading? I know it's not MS but close to AU. Not sure what this variety goes for. And it's things like this that make me realize how much I have to learn. I've never even heard of a Coneca.

georgiacop50

no-very common doubled die

ModCrewman

The coins you've shown are not Proof coins, therefore the Type I/Type II question doesn't matter as I believe all business strike Franklins are the Type I.

georgiacop50

blacksmoke, here is a good reference site:

franklinlover.com

blacksmoke

Well, all I have to say is I didn't go wrong for twenty bucks. I appreciate all the input. That chart is a bit confusing as it shows that in 1956, only proof franklins were minted but I know that isn't likely. lol

blacksmoke

Oops. Just took a better look at the mintage chart. Duh... Philly. Read it wrong.. ha ha

georgiacop50

That "chart" is clickable, then scroll down to see images of the different types 1& 2

blacksmoke

There's a lot of great info there. Thanks. So much to learn.. ha ha.

blacksmoke

Just found this on Ebay. Same exact coin. Except for the scratches on the bell but it has the same grind marks along the bottom of the bell. Ebay listing