1996 United States Kennedy Half Dollar

This item is a 1996 United States Kennedy Half Dollar. The coin features the profile of President John F. Kennedy on the obverse, facing left. It is struck on a copper-nickel clad composition, typical for circulation-strike coinage from this era. The coin measures approximately 30.6 millimeters in diameter and features a reeded edge. The date '1996' is clearly visible at the bottom of the obverse, with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' spanning across the lower portion of the bust. Surface analysis reveals a circulated condition, evidenced by numerous contact marks, minor scratches, and significant scuffing across the fields and on the high points of Kennedy's hair and cheek. The overall color is a dull metallic gray with a moderate patina, lacking the original mint luster. There is visible dirt accumulation and slight oxidation consistent with typical handling and age. No rare mint marks are immediately discernible from this angle, though a P or D mint mark would be expected above the date on the obverse for this year. The craftsmanship reflects standard high-volume industrial minting for general commerce rather than a specialty proof strike.