2017 (S) Kennedy Half Dollar - Enhanced Unc Set

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2017

Denomination

Half Dollar

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Special Strike

Series

Kennedy Half Dollars Clad and Silver Proof 1971 to Date

Designer

Gilroy Roberts/Frank Gasparro

Mintage

210,402

Composition

75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center

Weight

11.34g

Diameter

30.61mm

Edge

Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized: $240
Sold: 23 July 2018
Grade: SP70
Auction house: eBay

Description

The 2017 (S) Kennedy Half Dollar - Enhanced Unc Set is a special strike half dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Kennedy Half Dollars Clad and Silver Proof 1971 to Date series. The San Francisco Mint struck 210,402 enhanced uncirculated half dollars dated 2017. 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. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.61 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #631123.