Kennedy Half Dollar

The item is a United States half dollar coin, specifically an obverse (heads side) featuring the profile of President John F. Kennedy. The coin is made of a silver-colored metallic material, likely a copper-nickel clad composition, typical for Kennedy half dollars minted for circulation after 1970. The surface exhibits a moderate to significant amount of wear, consistent with circulation, indicated by the dulling of the luster and some loss of crispness in the finer details of Kennedy's hair and facial features. There are visible surface scratches and minor abrasions across the coin's field and on Kennedy's effigy, suggesting it has been handled. The inscriptions 'LIBERTY' is partially visible along the top rim, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is clearly visible below Kennedy's chin, and the date '197' (with the final digit obscured or worn) is discernible at the bottom. Given the '197' portion of the date, it is likely from the 1970s. The portrait of Kennedy is well-defined despite the wear, showcasing the classic design by Gilroy Roberts. There are no immediate signs of severe damage such as bends or large gouges, but the general circulated condition means it lacks the sharp definition of uncirculated specimens. This coin represents a common circulating currency piece, and its condition suggests typical use rather than being a pristine collector's item.

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