The value of a 1980 50 cent coin, also known as a Kennedy Half Dollar, depends heavily on its condition and whether it has any rare errors.
Here’s a breakdown of the value:
- Circulated Condition: Most 1980 Kennedy Half Dollars found in circulation are only worth their face value, $0.50. Some might be worth slightly more, between $0.60 and $0.75, depending on their wear and tear.
- Uncirculated Condition: 1980 Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition can fetch higher prices:
– 1980-P (Philadelphia mint): Up to $110.
– 1980-D (Denver mint): Up to $4350.
- Rare Errors: Some 1980 Half Dollars have errors that can dramatically increase their value:
– Doubled die: One 1980 P Kennedy half dollar with Doubled Die Reverse, Doubled Die Obverse, and Struck Through errors is listed on eBay for $250. Another with Doubling, is available for $200.
– Filled Mint Mark: A 1980 P Kennedy Half Dollar with a rare filled-in “P” mint mark is offered on eBay for $311.99. Another, featuring a rare mint misprint, is available for $1499.
– High-grade uncirculated: A 1980 D Kennedy Half Dollar graded at Mint State 68 sold for over $3,000. A 1980 P mintmark Kennedy Half Dollar, graded at Mint State 67, sold for over $125.
In short, while most 1980 50 cent coins are worth little more than their face value, some rare errors and high-grade uncirculated specimens can be quite valuable to collectors. If you have one, examine it carefully for errors or seek a professional appraisal to determine its potential worth.
What makes a 1980 half dollar rare?
The 1980-D Kennedy Half Dollars can still be found in circulation. Only examples in MS66 or higher can be more difficult to find in circulation and most examples in this condition or higher probably come from original rolls or mint sets. Examples in MS67 grade are scarce with less than 100 examples known.
What is the error on the 1980 half dollar?
It features several errors including Doubled Die Reverse, Doubled Die Obverse, and Struck Through ERRORS. The coin is composed of Cooper and Nickel with an unknown Fineness and is graded Ungraded and Uncertified. This 1980 P Kennedy half dollar is a rare find for coin collectors.
What is the error on a 1980 50 cent coin?
Australia 1980 50 Cent Reverse Struck Through Wire Error. 1980 fifty cent with reverse struck through large piece of folded wire or scrap metal. While strike-throughs on Australian decimal coins are not uncommon, they are not usually this large.
Is a 1980 coin worth anything?
Most coins from the 1980s are still worth just their face value. There are so many coins from that decade that are still in circulation and have no additional value to collectors. There are some 1980s coins, however, that are worth significantly more than their denomination would indicate.