1966 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
- $15,105
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67+
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
The 1966 Kennedy Half Dollar is part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Silver Clad 1965-1970 series; more than one Mint facility struck coins dated 1966, all without a mint mark. The U.S. Mint produced 109.0 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 96% 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. Continued in 40% silver clad without mint marks. 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 #6709.
External References
Error Varieties(35)
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-008
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-014
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-021
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-022
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-023
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-026
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-027
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-029
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-030
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-031
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-032
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-033
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-034
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-035
1966 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-037
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-004
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-007
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-009
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-010
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-011
1966 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-012
1966 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1966 Variety WWHO-001
1966 Variety WWHO-002
1966 Variety WWHO-003
CU-50c-1966-01 Cud
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