Fifty Cents (1/2 US Dollar)

Kennedy Half Dollar

United States · 1968

The obverse features a profile portrait of John F. Kennedy, facing left, with the inscription "LIBERTY" above and "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the year "1968" below.

Country: United States
Year: 1968
Denomination: Fifty Cents (1/2 US Dollar)
Metal: 40% Silver, 60% Copper (Silver Clad)

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Overview

The obverse features a profile portrait of John F. Kennedy, facing left, with the inscription "LIBERTY" above and "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the year "1968" below.

Historical significance

A commemorative coin issued shortly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. The Kennedy Half Dollar was first minted in 1964 and the 1968 issue is notable for being one of the silver-clad versions (40% silver), as pure silver coinage ended in 1964. These coins are popular among collectors and served as a lasting tribute to the former president.

Estimated value

The value of a 1968 Kennedy Half Dollar can range from slightly above face value to a few dollars, depending on its condition and whether it's an uncirculated or proof coin. Circulated coins typically fetch around its melt value for the silver content, which fluctuates. Uncirculated examples can be valued at $1 to $5 or more, while proof versions can be higher.

Care & preservation

To preserve 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, flip, or slab designed for coin preservation. Avoid cleaning the coin, as this can often decrease its numismatic value.

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