1966 Kennedy Half Dollar

About This Coin

The 1966 Kennedy Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Kennedy Half Dollars Silver Clad 1965-1970 series — the second year of the series. In 1966, more than one Mint facility struck half dollars without mint marks, with a combined mintage of 111.2 million. 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. Struck in 40% silver, 60% copper, weighing 11.5 grams, 30.61 mm in diameter. Collectors have cataloged 61 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including cud, doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse and 1 other types. Produced 4 years before the celebrated 1970 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $16 to $627 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $15K in MS67+ grade at eBay. Designed by Gilroy Roberts/Frank Gasparro.