Coin Identifier
Kennedy Half Dollar
50 Cents (Half Dollar)

Kennedy Half Dollar

United States of America · 1974

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.

Country
United States of America
Year
1974
Denomination
50 Cents (Half Dollar)
Metal
Copper-nickel clad copper

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Overview

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 & preservation

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.