1964 Kennedy Half Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$57,600 MS68 05-12-2024 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar is a half dollar produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Silver 1964 to Date series. The U.S. Mint produced 273.3 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 47% of the year's production. The obverse features John F. Kennedy facing left, based on the presidential medal by Gilroy Roberts and the reverse displays the Presidential Seal — a heraldic eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows. Rushed into production weeks after President Kennedy's assassination. Both Philadelphia and Denver struck massive quantities that were immediately hoarded. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $37 to $66 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 31 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6706.
External References
Error Varieties(8)
1964 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-007
1964 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-016
1964 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-017
1964 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-018
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-013
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-014
