1964 Silver JFK Half Dollar

The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar is the inaugural issue of one of America's most iconic modern coin series. Authorized by Congress shortly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the coin was released in 1964 as a tribute to the nation's 35th President and quickly became one of the most widely collected U.S. coins.

Designed by Gilroy Roberts (obverse) and Frank Gasparro (reverse), the coin features a left-facing portrait of President Kennedy and the Presidential Seal of the United States. As the only regular-issue Kennedy Half Dollar struck in 90% silver, the 1964 issue remains especially popular with both collectors and precious metal investors.

This example displays attractive original detail and is an excellent addition to any collection of U.S. silver coinage, Kennedy Half Dollars, or 20th-century American coinage.

Specifications

• Country: United States

• Year: 1964

• Denomination: Half Dollar (50¢)

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

• Actual Silver Weight: 0.3617 Troy Ounce

• Weight: 12.50 grams

• Diameter: 30.6 mm

• Obverse Designer: Gilroy Roberts

• Reverse Designer: Frank Gasparro

• Mint: Philadelphia

  
  

Historical Significance

Introduced in 1964 to honor President John F. Kennedy following his assassination, the Kennedy Half Dollar immediately became a national symbol of remembrance. Public demand was so great that millions of coins were saved rather than spent. The 1964 issue was also the last regular-issue U.S. half dollar struck in 90% silver, marking the end of an era in American coinage before the silver content was reduced to 40% beginning in 1965.

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