Kennedy Half Dollar

Brief Description

Obverse features a profile of President John F. Kennedy facing left, with the word 'LIBERTY' above and the date '2000' below. The motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is printed horizontally across the center.

Historical Significance

The Kennedy Half Dollar was first minted in 1964 as a memorial to the assassinated President John F. Kennedy. While originally containing 90% silver, the composition was changed over time to base metals. By 2000, these were primarily minted for collectors and are less common in general circulation.

Estimated Value

$0.50 (Face value) to $2.00 in uncirculated condition

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can damage the surface and reduce numismatic value. Store in a cool, dry place inside an archival-safe holder.

Created At: 2026-02-02T01:33:09.891016