Are JFK half dollars worth anything?

Kennedy half-dollar coins are not that rare. Most of them are worth only their face value, 50 cents. However, some Kennedy half-dollars are quite valuable, depending on their condition and the year they were minted. A Kennedy half-dollar coin minted in 1970 that is in uncirculated condition is worth about $8.
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What JFK half dollar is worth the most?

A 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar Snatches A World-Record $108,000! A 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar sold for a world record $108,000, making it the most expensive coin of its type, during a public auction of rare U.S. coins held Thursday, April 25, 2019, by Heritage Auctions. Click image to enlarge.
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Why is the 1964 Kennedy half dollar so valuable?

Mint struck 277 million Kennedy half dollars. Still, 1964 Kennedy half-dollars were unusual among coins because each one included so much silver. The silver coin value is higher than other metals. Beyond that, the sentimental value of the coins led many people to keep their half dollars rather than spend them.
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How much is a John F Kennedy coin worth?

Kennedy dollar coins in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $1.00. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
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What year JFK half dollars are silver?

The Kennedy Silver Half Dollar refers to half dollar coins struck by the United States Mint from 1964-1970, however only the 1964-minted coins were composed of 90% silver. That specific year's strikes each contained . 36169 ounces of the precious metal.
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Most Valuable Kennedy Half Dollars To Look Out For



What should I look for in a Kennedy Half Dollar?

Kennedy Half-Dollar Errors and Varieties
  • 1964 Proof Heavily Accented Hair. The hair above Kennedy's hair has a few more incused lines making his hair look more pronounced. ...
  • 1964 Proof and Circulation Strike Doubled Die. Look carefully at the words WE TRUST on the obverse of the coin.
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How much is a 1971 JFK half dollar worth?

Most surviving Mint State examples of the 1971-P Kennedy half dollar will grade between MS64 and MS65 if submitted to the grading services. A collector looking for an example in Gem Uncirculated grades or higher, certified MS-65 and MS-66, should be ready to spend $20 to $65.
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What makes a 1972 Kennedy half dollar rare?

The 1972-D Kennedy half dollar “No FG” reverse variety has grown in popularity in recent years and examples can still be cherrypicked by sharp-eyed collectors. The FG refers to the initials of designer Frank Gasparro, normally found on the reverse below the right leg of the eagle.
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How much is a JFK 50 cent piece worth?

Kennedy half-dollar coins are not that rare. Most of them are worth only their face value, 50 cents. However, some Kennedy half-dollars are quite valuable, depending on their condition and the year they were minted. A Kennedy half-dollar coin minted in 1970 that is in uncirculated condition is worth about $8.
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What is a 1968 Kennedy half dollar worth?

Denver issues graded from Good-4 to About Uncirculated-50 are worth $3.65. This is the average value for 1968 Kennedy half dollars. The value increases to $6.14 in Uncirculated (MS-60) and $19 in Uncirculated (MS-65). MS-66 examples bring a value of $60, and MS-67 examples may be worth up to $1,800.
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Are all 1964 Kennedy half dollars Silver?

The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollars are among the most sought after of all 90% silver coins. These half dollars, the first to feature the now-familiar portrait of President John F.
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What makes a 1971 Kennedy half dollar rare?

Due to their modern mintage date and the large amount minted, the 1971 Kennedy Half Dollars have little to no premium in grades under Uncirculated condition. Even in MS-60 condition, the retail price is only $1. Jumps in grade do make a small difference, with MS-63 being valued at $2.
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What years of half dollars are valuable?

Barber Half Dollar
  • 1904-S PCGS MS67 CAC sold for $138,000 in August 2010. ...
  • 1905 PCGS MS68+ CAC sold for $132,250 in August 2010. ...
  • 1919-D PCGS MS66 sold for $270,250 in November 2004. ...
  • 1921-S NGC MS66 sold for $188,000 in June 2016. ...
  • 1953 PCGS MS66 sold for $69,000 in January 2001.
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How can I tell if my Kennedy half dollar is silver?

This means that the metal in certain Kennedy half-dollars is up to 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper. You can use a magnet to test whether or not your coin is made of mostly copper. If the magnet sticks, it's not silver. If it doesn't stick, it might be silver.
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Are all 1964 half dollars valuable?

The 1964 half dollar with no mint mark is worth around $12 in uncirculated condition with an MS 60 grade. The value is around $13 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $35.
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Is there any silver in a 1971 Kennedy half dollar?

In 1971, silver was eliminated entirely from the coins and production increased, but the half dollar still saw only a minor increase in usage. A special design for the reverse of the half dollar was issued for the United States Bicentennial and was struck in 1975 and 1976.
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Are coins from 1971 worth anything?

The standard 1971 silver dollar in MS 63 choice uncirculated condition can get you $14, while you'll get around $20 if the coin is in MS 65 gem uncirculated condition. However, their price sometimes depends on the cost of silver. Since silver goes for $25 per ounce, a 1971 silver dollar price might also rise and fall.
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How much is a 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar worth today?

Pricing the 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar

The silver value at the time of this writing is $2.50. Higher grade examples are still priced very low as many surviving examples are still in uncirculated condition. At MS-63, the price makes it above silver value at $7. A price increase to $60 is seen with MS-65 varieties.
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Is a 1969 Kennedy half dollar silver?

The 1969-D Kennedy Half Dollar was produced out of Clad and Silver content. The only Kennedy Half Dollars struck out of both these compositions are Half Dollars struck from 1965-1970. After 1970 all circulation strike coins were produced out of Clad only.
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Is a 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar silver?

Kennedy Half Dollars stuck from 1965-1970 were composed of Silver and Clad content. The 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar has the largest mintage from all Uncirculated Kennedy Half Dollars produced from 1965 to 1970. It is very common in all circulated grades all the way up to MS63 condition more or less.
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