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Kennedy Half Dollars

 

Kennedy Half Dollars

Explore a poignant and enduring chapter of modern American numismatics with our collection of Kennedy Half Dollars. First minted in 1964 as a hasty yet stunning tribute following the tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and designed jointly by Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparro, these historic fifty-cent pieces feature a striking portrait of the 35th president on the obverse and the presidential seal on the reverse. Spanning the final 90% silver issues of 1964, the 40% silver clad composition minted from 1965 to 1970, the bicentennial dual-date issues, and standard copper-nickel clad circulation strikes and collector editions, this beloved series offers a fascinating cross-section of modern history, artistic transition, and enduring national sentiment.