1965 Kennedy Half Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $9,000
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67+
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1965 Kennedy Half Dollar is part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Silver Clad 1965-1970 series; more than one Mint facility struck coins dated 1965, all without a mint mark. The U.S. Mint produced 65.9 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 97% of 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. Composition reduced from 90% to 40% silver. No mint marks used during the 1965-1967 transition period. Estimated market value ranges from $16 to $101 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 40% silver, 60% copper, weighing 11.5 grams, 30.61 mm in diameter, with a 150 reeds edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6708.
External References
Error Varieties(10)
1965 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1965 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-007
1965 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1965 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1965 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1965 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
1965 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-008
1965 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1965 Doubled Working Hub Reverse WWHR-001
1965 Variety WWHO-001
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