2008-S PCGS PR70DCAM Clad Kennedy Half Dollar (Flag Label)
Listing Description
This listing is for a 2008-S Kennedy Half Dollar, graded PR70DCAM (Perfect Proof, Deep Cameo) by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), and housed in a PCGS holder.
Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this is the clad proof version, composed of an outer layer of 75% copper and 25% nickel over a pure copper core . The mintage for this clad proof issue was 1,377,424 pieces .
The PR70DCAM designation is the pinnacle of numismatic grading, signifying a flawless coin with:
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Perfect Surfaces: No visible post-strike imperfections, even under magnification.
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Deep Cameo (DCAM) Contrast: Strong contrast between the frosted, raised design elements and the deeply mirrored, reflective fields.
The obverse features the profile of President John F. Kennedy, while the reverse displays the Presidential Seal. The coin is sold in its original PCGS holder, guaranteeing its authenticity and perfect grade.
Design & Specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 50 Cents (Half Dollar) |
| Year of Issue | 2008 |
| Mint Mark | S (San Francisco) |
| Grade | PR70DCAM (Proof 70, Deep Cameo) |
| Certification | PCGS – PCGS #394952 |
| Mintage (Clad Proof) | 1,377,424 |
| Composition | Clad – 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over Pure Copper Core |
| Weight | 11.34 grams |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Designer | Gilroy Roberts / Frank Gasparro |
