1971 (S) Proof Kennedy Half Dollar
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Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 β estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$1,821 PR67 07-14-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1971 (S) Proof Kennedy Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Clad and Silver Proof 1971 to Date series. The U.S. Mint produced 3.2 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 3 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 β a heraldic eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows. First year of the copper-nickel clad Kennedy Half Dollar, replacing the 40% silver composition. 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 San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value is approximately $5. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.3 grams, 30.61 mm in diameter, with a 150 reeds edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6807.
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Error Varieties(51)
1971-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
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1971-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
