Kennedy Bicentennial Half Dollar

United States of America · 1776-1976 (Dual Dated, struck in 1975-1976)

A dual-dated half dollar featuring President John F. Kennedy on the obverse and Independence Hall on the reverse.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1776-1976 (Dual Dated, struck in 1975-1976)
Denomination: 0.50 USD

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Overview

A dual-dated half dollar featuring President John F. Kennedy on the obverse and Independence Hall on the reverse.

Historical significance

Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is one of three coins (along with the quarter and dollar) that featured a special reverse design for the Bicentennial.

Obverse (front)

Left-facing portrait of John F. Kennedy. Legends: LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the dual dates 1776-1976. Designer: Gilroy Roberts.

Reverse (back)

Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Legends: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 200 YEARS OF FREEDOM, INDEPENDENCE HALL, E PLURIBUS UNUM, HALF DOLLAR. Designer: Seth G. Huntington.

Estimated value

$0.50-$2.00 in circulated condition; $5-$25 for high-grade uncirculated or proof specimens.

What drives this coin's value

Condition/grade and presence of a mint mark (S-mint silver versions are more valuable). Circulation strikes in avg condition are worth face value.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. Visible surface marks and slight wear on highest points (hair and building details).

Mintage & rarity

Large mintage of approximately 234 million from the Philadelphia mint; very common.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Counterfeits are rare due to low value; verify the weight and look for the copper 'sandwich' layer on the edge to confirm it is a clad issue.

Notable varieties & errors

The 1976-S 40% silver uncirculated and proof versions are the primary collector targets; check for 'S' mint mark.

Similar coins

Standard Kennedy Half Dollars (with Eagle reverse) and the 40% Silver Bicentennial issues (look for silver edge).

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free coin flip or holder. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this removes original surface luster and significantly reduces collector value.