The United States half dollar coin, which features the profile of President John F. Kennedy, is currently the largest circulating coin produced by the U.S. Mint.
Here are the specifications for the half dollar coin:
- Diameter: 1.205 inches (30.61 mm).
- Thickness: 0.085 inches (2.15 mm).
- Weight: 11.34 grams (0.40 oz).
- Composition: Currently, the composition is 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel. However, the composition has varied throughout history. Half dollars minted from 1965-1970 contained 40% silver and 60% copper, while the 1964 version contained 90% silver and 10% copper.
What size is a 50 cent coin?
50 cent. Diameter: 24.25mm. Thickness: 2.38mm. Weight: 7.80g.