How much is a 1996 Kennedy half worth?

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USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1996-P Kennedy Half Dollar is Worth $2.28 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.

Are JFK half dollars rare?

While there are some Kennedy half minor varieties, there are no issues that are exceedingly rare or expensive. The mint made special collector coins from 1965 to 1967, and again beginning in 1992. These coins are quite affordable for any coin collecting budget.

Is a 1996 half dollar rare?

The 1996 Kennedy Half Dollar is fairly common in circulated grades up to about MS66 condition. In MS67 condition it is scarce with most examples probably originating from bags, rolls or sets.

What is a 1996 half dollar made of?

The 1996-P Kennedy Half Dollar had a mintage of just 24,442,000. The composition of these coins is 75% copper and 25% nickel. The diameter is 30.6mm. The 1996 Half Dollar Coin listed is sold in brilliant uncirculated condition.

How much is my half dollar coin worth?

The simple answer is most half dollars are only worth their face value: 50 cents. Older half dollars—any made prior to 1965—were minted from 90% silver.

Where is the mint mark on a Kennedy half dollar?

Mint mark located beneath where the eagle’s claws grasp the olive branch on reverse for 1964 coins and for 1964-2014-W gold issue; above the date on the obverse for all other issues. Mint mark omitted on all coins from 1965 to 1967 and on Philadelphia Mint issues before 1980.

What are the rarest half dollars?

Walking Liberty Half Dollar At the Gem Mint State level, the 1919-D Walker is the rarest coin of the series with only 11 coins graded MS65 PCGS, and just one – this example – that graded MS66.

Do Kennedy half dollars have silver?

Since 1992, the Mint has struck Kennedy half dollars in 90% silver for inclusion in special silver proof sets.

Do Kennedy half dollars contain silver?

The half dollar was changed from 90% silver to 40%. Congress passed the Coinage Act of 1965 in July. The new half dollars retained their silvery appearance, due to the outer layer being 80% silver and 20% copper. The coin was also minted with an inner layer of 21% silver and 79% copper.