40% Silver Kennedy Half Dollars offer collectors and investors a cost-effective way to own U.S. silver coinage with historical significance. Each $1 Face Value lot contains 2 half dollars (each worth 50 cents) struck by the U.S. Mint between 1965 and 1970. These coins honor President John F. Kennedy and are composed of 40% silver, making them a popular choice for silver stackers and history enthusiasts alike.
Coin Highlights:
- Each $1 Face Value contains approximately 0.295 Troy oz of pure silver.
- Composed of 40% silver and 60% copper.
- Coins will be in circulated condition with varying levels of wear.
- Each lot includes two Kennedy Half Dollars dated between 1965 and 1970.
- Obverse: Features a left-facing portrait of President John F. Kennedy.
- Reverse: Displays the Presidential Seal with a heraldic eagle clutching olive branches and arrows.
- Struck by the United States Mint and backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
Introduced in 1964 following President Kennedy’s assassination, the Kennedy Half Dollar became one of America’s most beloved modern coin designs. From 1965 to 1970, the coin’s composition shifted to 40% silver, continuing the tradition of silver coinage before being replaced by copper-nickel clad versions in 1971.
These 40% Silver Kennedy Half Dollars provide an excellent opportunity to acquire fractional silver at an affordable price. Their silver content, combined with their enduring design and historical resonance, makes them a favorite among both investors and collectors.
Each coin embodies a piece of American history — a tribute to leadership and legacy — while offering tangible silver value that remains recognized and trusted worldwide. Perfect for stacking, collecting, or gifting, these half dollars represent the final chapter of U.S. 90% and 40% silver circulation coinage.
