1776-1976 Kennedy Bicentennial Half Dollar

This is a United States currency item, specifically a Kennedy Bicentennial Half Dollar. The coin features the left-facing profile of President John F. Kennedy on the obverse side. Its most distinguishing mark is the dual-dating '1776-1976' located at the bottom of the portrait, which was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of American independence. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel clad material (91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel) giving it a distinct silvery luster. Based on the visual evidence, the coin appears to be in circulated condition. Notable wear is visible on the high points of Kennedy's hair and facial features, which have lost some of their original sharp definition. The fields of the coin show minor scratches and shelf wear consistent with handling. There is no visible mint mark on the obverse face, suggesting it may have been struck at the Philadelphia mint. The circular rim displays slight softening, and some light toning or patina is beginning to form around the raised lettering of 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST'. This specific design was produced in 1975 and 1976, replacing the standard date for those years. The craftsmanship is standard for U.S. circulation coinage of the mid-1970s.