In 1965, the silver content was changed by an act of congress to 40% silver content for the half dollars. The doubling is very strong mostly in the words in god we trust also on the date of the coin. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Each of these 1964 kennedy half dollars will have a minimal amount of contact or bag marks, and will be chosen for its brilliance and luster. These circulated 90% silver kennedy half dollars are sold individually, each half dollar containing approximately 0. Kennedys assassination in 1963, the united states mint began issuing kennedy half dollars in 90% silver in 1964. Home coins us coins half dollars kennedy half dollar type 1, silver. Kelly terbest is a california native now living in wisconsin. One major variety of the 1964 kennedy half dollar featured accented hair on the portrait of john f. The mints removing silver from dimes and quarters, and reducing the silver content of half dollar coins to 40%, heightened the hoarding of all 90% silver coins but especially the 1964 kennedy half dollars.
Variety fs401 ms63 pcgs half booger 1952d white scarce dollar franklin dollar pcgs booger scarce franklin 1952d half fs401 variety ms63 white. The coin was authorized by congress to be minted in just over a month after his death an extremely fast turnaround for a new coin to be introduced. Values for the 1965 through 1970 jfk half dollar types are also included on a separate page. This is our basic coin price guide for people who are unfamiliar with coins but want to find out about old coin values. Kennedy half dollar coins dated 19651969 contain only 40% silver and are known as 40% clad half dollars. The 1964 kennedy is the only one struck in 90% pure silver. A 1964 special mint set kennedy half dollar recently turned heads when it was offered by heritage auctions during the september 711, 2016 long beach expo u. Two months after the decision was made to produce the coins, the u. Professional coin grading service pcgs about the author. It has been produced on and off since 1796 and consistently since 1831. Pr3riicdmr018pddr002ddr002 treasure hunting bookddr003 treasure hunting.
Home auctionarchive half dollars kennedy half dollars 1964 dd kennedy half dollar fs103 ddo 003 rpm006 anacs ms64 back to searchbrowse page for a larger image, click on lower right hand corner. This is usually the value used by coin dealers when selling these coins at melt value. The kennedy half dollar is a long running series spanning from 1964 to the present. Dollar ms63 fs for sale bullion, coins, silver, and gold.
Nov 09, 2015 in 1964, the kennedy half dollar was minted to commemorate the assassination of john f. Looking for a place to find coin values or current coin prices. Dallas, texas april 29, 2019 a 1964 kennedy half dollar sold. Mar 25, 20 the silverclad kennedy half dollar has always played second fiddle to its oneoff 1964 and 1964 d 90% silver counterparts. The 1964 kennedy half dollar is one of the most iconic coins in american history. They were the last to be struck in the 40% silver alloy used since 1965, and were only sold in mint sets. These 90% silver kennedy half dollars were minted in 1964 to. Circulation quality 90% silver kennedy half dollars were minted in 1964 only and are valued for this oneyear only minting. Numista referee for british antarctic territory, british indian ocean territory, united states, fiji. I have here a 1964 kennedy half dollar coin which appears to have a ddo ddr. The kennedy half dollar, first minted in 1964, is a fiftycent coin currently issued by the united states mint. After pulling the coins you want, exchange the rest for more unsearched rolls at the bank and continue the hunt for the forgotten silver kennedy half dollars. I dont think your 72 half dollar is the 72 ddo001 fs501972101, i believe it is just an example of the sdo001.
When the kennedy half dollar debuted in march of 1964, the circulation of this type of coin was. Specimen 70 kennedy half dollars in set non existent. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can. The coin sports the profile of george washington on its obverse, and its reverse design has changed frequently. Attached are a couple of photos of the 72 ddo 001 stage c and the 72 sdo001 from my collection.
The 1970d kennedy half dollar is among the most popular mintstate coins in the kennedy half series. This was my very first silver coin purchase back in oct2016. Home auctionarchive half dollars kennedy half dollars 1964dd kennedy half dollar fs103 ddo003 rpm006 anacs ms64 back to searchbrowse page for a. The 1964 proof set contains a 1964 proof kennedy half dollar, along with a proof penny, nickel, dime and quarter. I have here a 1964 kennedy half dollar coin which appears to have a ddoddr. Kennedy half dollar 1964 us coin errors for sale ebay. Kennedy half dollars 1964 date when the kennedy half dollar debuted in march of 1964, the circulation of this type of coin was already dwindling. Later dates of kennedy halves are silver clad or base metal. Home ddo listings 1992s ddos 1964d ddos 1964 ddo001. The kennedy half dollar is one of the most popularly collected coin types. Attached are a couple of photos of the 72 ddo001 stage c and the 72 sdo001 from my collection. The doubling on this piece is clearly visible on the motto in god we trust. Match your us coins to the pictures and find silver dollar values, half dollar values, and values of any other old us coin. Sealed box of 5x 2020 silver proof sets at cost for sale.
Visit to see edge, weight, diameter, auction records, price guide values and more for this coin. The silverclad kennedy half dollar has always played second fiddle to its oneoff 1964 and 1964d 90% silver counterparts. Welcome to coinflation and everything you need to know about the 1964 silver john f. These 90% silver kennedy half dollars were minted in 1964 to commemorate president john f. Get the best deals on kennedy half dollar 1964 us coin errors when. A quick look at silverclad kennedy half dollar circulation. In fact, the first years production of kennedy half dollars was almost entirely hoarded by speculators and those seeking souvenirs of the martyred president.
Get started with instant access to price, history, and grading guides. The official red book is online, offering its valuable info in an easy to browse site. To participate in the forum you must log in or register. As an added benefit you can assemble an extensive kennedy half dollar collection of your own. Kennedy half dollar lot 90% silver 1964, 40% silver half, unsearched roll. These average circulated coins are dated 1964 only. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. I dont think your 72 half dollar is the 72 ddo 001 fs501972101, i believe it is just an example of the sdo001. Sep 15, 2016 a 1964 special mint set kennedy half dollar recently turned heads when it was offered by heritage auctions during the september 711, 2016 long beach expo u.
Mint released the kennedy half dollar for sale on march 24, 1964. Aug 07, 2014 the 1964 kennedy half dollar is one of the most iconic coins in american history. Treasury to kennedy half dollar obverse designer gilroy roberts was made just hours after kennedy was killed. Kennedy half dollar 1964 business us coin errors for sale ebay. Get the best deals on kennedy half dollar us coin errors when you shop the. Download highresolution photographs and video of the. Lange wraps up his look at 20thcentury date styles with a focus on the kennedy half dollar series. The ceremonial first strike of the kennedy half dollar, which replaced the franklin half dollar, occurred on february 11, 1964 just weeks after kennedys death. Selling kennedy halfdollar silver coins, jfk 1964 half. The quarter, short for quarter dollar, is a united states coin worth 25 cents, onequarter of a dollar. All other varieties for 1964d goes downhill quickly from there. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Light spread on united states of, half dollar, and stars from k4 to k10. This site measures the pure metal value or current melt value of u.