Half Dollar (50 Cents)

Kennedy Half Dollar (Bicentennial issue)

United States of America · 1976

The obverse features a profile portrait of President John F. Kennedy facing left. The word "LIBERTY" is inscribed along the top rim, and "IN GOD WE TRUST" is below Kennedy's chin. The dual date "1776-1976" is along the bottom rim, indicating the Bicentennial issue.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1976
Denomination: Half Dollar (50 Cents)

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Overview

Historical significance

The Kennedy Half Dollar was first minted in 1964, shortly after President John F. Kennedy's assassination, as a memorial to him. The 1976 issue (dated 1776-1976) is particularly significant as it commemorated the United States Bicentennial. While its obverse design remained the standard Kennedy portrait, the reverse featured a special Bicentennial design (Independence Hall) which is not visible in this image.

Estimated value

Circulated 1976 Kennedy Half Dollars are generally worth their face value (50 cents) to a few dollars, depending on their condition and mint mark (if present). Uncirculated examples can fetch slightly more. Silver clad proofs exist but are less common.

Care & preservation

To maintain the coin's condition, handle it by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place, ideally in a non-PVC coin holder, album, or slab. Do not clean the coin, as cleaning can damage its surface and significantly reduce its numismatic value.

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