What makes a 1976 Kennedy Half Dollar valuable?

How much is a Kennedy Half Dollar worth right now?

Kennedy half-dollar coins are not rare; most are worth only their face value of 50 cents. However, some are more valuable, depending on the year they were minted and their condition. For example, a Kennedy half-dollar coin minted in 1970 and in uncirculated condition is worth about $8.

What errors to look for on Kennedy half dollars?

Kennedy Half-Dollar Errors and Varieties

• 1964 Proof Heavily Accented Hair.
• 1964 Proof and Circulation Strike Doubled Die.
• 1968-S Proof Inverted Mint Mark.
• 1971-D and 1977-D Struck on 40 Percent Silver Clad.
• 1974-D Doubled Die Obverse.
• 1979-S Proof Filled S & Clear S.
• 1981-S Proof Clear S & Flat S.

What to look for in a Bicentennial half dollar?

How to Identify a Bicentennial Half Dollar Coin. Check the Date: The date "1776-1976" is located on the obverse (front) of the coin, along with John F. Kennedy's portrait. Look for the Mint Mark: The mint mark is located on the obverse (front) of the coin, below Kennedy's portrait.

What makes a 1776-1976 dollar rare?

The combination of precious-metal content, limited distribution outside mint sets, and the statistical difficulty of achieving either MS-67 for clad Type 1 dollars or PR70DCAM for silver proofs explains why a handful of 1776-1976 Eisenhower dollars command four-figure prices while the vast majority remain common.

What is the error on the 1976 50 cent coin?

1976 Australia 50 Cent 1976 Clamshell Split Planchet Error

The coin has split planchet but the two halves are not detached. Planchet split around three quarters of the coin's rim forming 'clamshell' shape.

How do I clean a coin without damaging it?

If they say a gentle cleaning is OK, here's what you should do:

1. Soak the coin in distilled water for a few minutes to gently loosen debris.
2. If needed, use a very soft brush while the coin is still submerged to loosen the dirt. (Do not scrub.) ...
3. Place the coin on a clean, lint-free cloth and allow it to air dry.

How much is a 1976 Kennedy Half Dollar worth?

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of December 2025, a Kennedy Half Dollar from 1776-1976 S in circulated condition is worth between $10 and $10.50. However, on the open market 1776-1976 S SILVER Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $12500.

What Kennedy half dollars are worth keeping?

10 Most Valuable Kennedy Half Dollars

• 2014 P Silver Proof: $25 - $30.
• 1999 S Silver Proof: $25 - $30.
• 1996 S Silver Proof: $30 - $35.
• 1993 S Silver Proof: $35 - $40.
• 1994 S Silver Proof: $35 - $40.
• 1995 S Silver Proof: $40 - $45.
• 2018 S Silver Reverse Proof: $40 - $45.
• 2014 W Silver Reverse Proof: $60 - $70.

How to tell if a 50 cent coin is rare?

## 1. Silver is the First Thing to Look For

1964 and Earlier: All half dollars minted in 1964 or before are 90% silver. This includes Franklin Half Dollars and Walking Liberty Half Dollars. These coins are always worth much more than 50 cents, based on the current price of silver.

Which Kennedy halves are 90% silver?

First, check the date: all 1964 Kennedy halves are 90% silver, while those dated 1965-1970 contain 40% silver. Those from 1971 onward are generally copper-nickel clad unless specifically produced as silver collector issues.

What year is the most expensive half dollar?

10 Most valuable half dollars

• 1921-S Walking Liberty - $188,000.
• 1878-S Liberty Seated - $199,750.
• 1919-D Walking Liberty - $270,250.
• 1817/4 Capped Bust - $356,500.
• 1796 15 stars Draped Bust - $373,750.
• 1838-O Capped Bust - $763,750.
• 1796 16 stars Draped Bust - $822,500.
• 1797 Draped Bust - $1,527,500.

How many bicentennial Kennedy half dollars were minted?

Final circulating mintage numbers were close to projections when the Mint ceased bicentennial coinage at the close of 1976: 1.67 billion quarters, 521.9 million half dollars, and 220.6 million dollar coins.

Where do I find the mint mark on a Kennedy Half Dollar?

P, D, S, W. "W" mint mark only on 2014 commemorative issue. Mint mark located beneath where the eagle's claws grasp the olive branch on reverse for 1964 coins and for 1964-2014-W gold issue; above the date on the obverse for all other issues.

How much silver is in a 1976 Bicentennial Kennedy half dollar?

Bicentennial Half Dollars were produced in 1975 and 1976 in the usual copper-nickel "clad" versions, but also in a resurrected 40% silver "clad" alloy (same as on the 1965-1970 Half Dollars).

Where is the mint mark on 1776-1976 half dollar?

The date 1776-1976 is cradled at the bottom of the coin, while the national motto IN GOD WE TRUST is inscribed in a straight line above the year but divided by the sharp truncation of Kennedy's neck. The mint mark “D” is found on the right side of the point of this truncation.