Kennedy Half Dollar

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1974

Denomination: 50 Cents (Half Dollar)

Composition: Copper-nickel clad copper

Kennedy Half Dollar

Brief Description

The obverse features a left-facing profile portrait of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, with the word 'LIBERTY' on the top and the date at the bottom.

Historical Significance

The Kennedy Half Dollar was first minted in 1964 as a memorial to the assassinated President John F. Kennedy. By 1974, the composition had been changed from silver to base metal (copper-nickel) due to rising silver prices.

Estimated Value

$0.50 - $2.00 USD (Face value unless in exceptional uncirculated condition)

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing the coin as this can damage the surface and reduce its numismatic value. Handle by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing tarnishing.

Created At: 2026-02-07T21:35:39.834496