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1776-1976 Bicentennial Kennedy Half Dollar

This is a United States Kennedy Half Dollar, specifically the Bicentennial commemorative edition produced to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The obverse features the left-facing profile of President John F. Kennedy, originally designed by Gilroy Roberts. Notably, the date at the bottom is a dual-date '1776-1976'. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel clad over a pure copper core, resulting in a distinct silver-colored appearance. Based on the lack of a visible mint mark (which would be located above the date), this specimen was likely struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The coin exhibits significant signs of circulation and wear. There is noticeable surface scratching, particularly on the profile of Kennedy and across the fields of the coin. The luster appears dull, consistent with heavy handling. Impact marks or 'bag marks' are visible on the chin and temple of the bust. The edges appear somewhat softened from friction. Despite the wear, the primary legends 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' remain legible, though the finer details of the hair have flattened. This coin was minted in high volume between 1975 and 1976 and remains a classic piece of American numismatic history, reflecting mid-20th-century metallurgical standards for general currency.