$1 Face Value 90% KENNEDY SILVER HALF DOLLARS
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“Price is per two half dollars or $1 face value. The 90% Silver Kennedy Half Dollar, minted in 1964, stands as a touching tribute to President John F. Kennedy. Combining historical significance with genuine silver content, it’s a prized possession for numismatists and silver enthusiasts, capturing a poignant moment in American history.”
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Description
Composition: The Kennedy half dollars minted in 1964 comprised 90% silver and 10% copper.
Design:
- Obverse: Features a profile portrait of President John F. Kennedy.
- Reverse: Displays the Presidential Seal, an eagle with a shield on its chest, holding a symbolic olive branch and set of arrows.
Introduction: The Kennedy half dollar was introduced in 1964, shortly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in November 1963. It was seen as a fitting tribute to the young president’s memory.
Transition to Clad Coinage: After 1964, the silver content in the Kennedy half dollar was reduced. From 1965 to 1970, they were minted in a 40% silver composition. Post-1970, they were produced without silver content, save for special editions and proofs.
Value: The 90% silver Kennedy half dollars, especially those from 1964, are valued mostly for their silver content.
Popularity: Due to their poignant commemorative nature, the Kennedy half dollars, especially the 90% silver ones from 1964, are highly sought after.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.715 oz |
|---|---|
| Origin | US |
| Purity | .900 FINE SILVER |
| Metal | Silver |
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