The U.S. half dollar coin currently features President John F. Kennedy . The coin was first minted in 1964 as a memorial to the assassinated 35th president. The obverse (heads) side of the coin displays Kennedy’s profile, and the reverse (tails) side features the Presidential Seal.
The half dollar has a long history, dating back to 1794. For over 150 years, the coin depicted various representations of Liberty. In 1948, Benjamin Franklin was featured on the half dollar, but was replaced by President Kennedy in 1964.
While once a commonly circulated coin, the half dollar is now primarily minted for collectors and sold at a premium by the U.S. Mint. However, it remains legal tender, and you may occasionally find one in circulation.
What presidents have been on the half dollar?
Since 1964, the half dollar depicts the profile of President John F. Kennedy on the obverse and the seal of the president of the United States on the reverse.
Are president dollar coins worth anything?
Thanks for asking. As a way of honoring more presidents, the U.S. Mint began issuing Presidential Dollar coins in the 2000s. Most are worth about face value, but a couple are valued in six figures due to errors.
Is a John Kennedy half dollar worth anything?
Good point! The condition of a Kennedy half dollar is key to its value. Coins graded MS67 or higher by services like PCGS or NGC are super rare because most circulated coins get worn down. A 1968-D half dollar in MS68 sold for $12,000 in 2020, far surpassing the value of a gold bar.