1979 Kennedy Half Dollar MW6 C/M on 1967 European Var Papal Mexico Visit Medal

Coin Details

Description

This 1979 counterstamped piece, cataloged as MW6, features a counterstamp applied to a 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar, commemorating the European variant of a Papal visit to Mexico. This unusual piece combines three layers of numismatic interest: the Kennedy Half Dollar host coin, the papal visit counterstamp, and the European connection indicated by the "European Var" designation. The MW6 catalog number places this within a series of documented counterstamps applied by a specific maker. Papal visit medals and counterstamps are collected by specialists in religious numismatics and papal memorabilia. The use of a Kennedy Half Dollar as the host is particularly notable, as Kennedy was the first and only Catholic president of the United States, creating an implicit connection between the American coin and the Catholic Church leader whose visit is commemorated.

Rarity Notes

MW6 counterstamp on 1967 Kennedy Half Dollar. Papal visit theme on Catholic president coin. Unusual combination piece.

Cross References

PCGS #920387; MW6; C/M on 1967 Kennedy 50C, Papal Mexico Visit