Kennedy Half Dollar

United States of America · 1995

A circulating U.S. half dollar featuring the profile of President John F. Kennedy.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1995
Denomination: Half Dollar (50 Cents)
Metal: Copper-nickel clad copper (75% copper, 25% nickel over a 100% copper core)

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Overview

A circulating U.S. half dollar featuring the profile of President John F. Kennedy.

Historical significance

The Kennedy Half Dollar series was launched in 1964 as a memorial to the assassinated President John F. Kennedy, replacing the Benjamin Franklin half dollar.

Obverse (front)

Profile of John F. Kennedy facing left. The word 'LIBERTY' is above the head, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is across the neck, and the year 1995 is at the bottom. Designer: Gilroy Roberts.

Reverse (back)

Modified Presidential Seal featuring an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, surrounded by 50 stars. 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'HALF DOLLAR' are inscribed. Designer: Frank Gasparro.

Estimated value

$0.50-$1.00 in circulated grades; $3-$10 in high Mint State (MS65+) grades.

What drives this coin's value

Value is primarily driven by condition and luster. As a modern clad coin, only examples in exceptionally high grades (MS67 or better) command significant premiums.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated / Mint State (appears to have strong luster and minimal wear, though the photo is slightly blurry)

Mintage & rarity

Total mintage of 26,496,000 for the 'P' mint mark in 1995. This is a common date.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the copper 'sandwich' layer on the edge to confirm it is a clad issue. Counterfeits for this common date are extremely rare.

Notable varieties & errors

No major widely recognized varieties for the 1995-P, though collectors look for doubling in the legends (DDO/DDR).

Similar coins

1964 90% silver Kennedy halves, 1965-1970 40% silver Kennedy halves, and various Bicentennial (1776-1976) versions.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only to avoid fingerprints; store in a PVC-free flip or capsule to prevent environmental damage. Never clean the coin as it destroys numismatic value.