AAC EXCLUSIVE 1962 Franklin Half Dollar Shelby Cobra Coin w/ Case

1962 Franklin Half Dollar Shelby Cobra Coin w/ Case

Packaging exclusive to America's Auction Channel

Comes with info card

Composition: 90% silver and 10% copper

Weight: 12.5 grams

Diameter: 30.6 mm

Designer: John R. Sinnock and John Frederick Lewis

Obverse Design: Features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse side.

Reverse Design: Depicts the Liberty Bell with the inscription "E Pluribus Unum."

The 1962 Shelby Cobra is a legendary sports car that marked a significant milestone in American automotive history.

Manufacturer: The Shelby Cobra was produced by AC Cars in England and later by Shelby American in the United States

Design: The Cobra was based on the AC Ace chassis, but with a powerful Ford V8 engine installed,The first Cobra, known as the CSX2000, featured a 260 cubic inch (4.3 L) V8 engine producing around 260 horsepower
Performance: The 1962 Cobra was known for its exceptional performance, with a 0-60 mph time of around 4.2 seconds and a top speed of over 140 mph

Innovations: The Cobra's combination of a lightweight British chassis and a powerful American engine was revolutionary at the time,It helped establish the Cobra as a dominant force in sports car racing.
Market Impact: The Shelby Cobra became an iconic symbol of American performance and helped elevate the status of American sports cars on the global stage

The 1962 Shelby Cobra remains a highly sought-after classic among car enthusiasts for its performance, design, and historical significance.