Kennedy Half Dollar

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1971

Denomination: 50 Cents (Half Dollar)

Composition: Copper-nickel clad copper

Kennedy Half Dollar

Brief Description

The obverse features a profile of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. It includes the inscriptions 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and the year '1971'.

Historical Significance

The Kennedy Half Dollar was first minted in 1964 as a memorial to the assassinated President John F. Kennedy. The 1971 issue marked the first year that the coin was produced for circulation using a copper-nickel clad composition instead of silver.

Estimated Value

$0.50 - $2.00 in circulated condition

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints and oils. Store in a cool, dry place within a PVC-free holder or flip. Do not clean or polish, as this can devalue the coin for collectors.

Created At: 2026-02-24T21:31:09.770951