1964 Proof 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
$9,400 PR70 12-05-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1964 Proof Kennedy Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Silver 1964 to Date series. The U.S. Mint produced 4.0 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 6 mint variants, representing only less than 1% of total 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. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value is approximately $146. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 31 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6800.
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Error Varieties(90)
1964 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
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