2014 (W) Proof Gold JFK 50th Anniversary Kennedy Half Dollar

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The 2014 (W) Proof Gold JFK 50th Anniversary Kennedy Half Dollar is a proof half dollar struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Kennedy Half Dollars 50th Anniversary 2014 series. The Mint reported 73,772 of these gold proofs sold when it declared the coin sold out in September 2015. 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. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. 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. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 23.33 grams, 30.61 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #530185.