1971 Kennedy Half Dollar
This is a United States Kennedy Half Dollar coin dated 1971. The obverse side features a profile of President John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts, with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' around the top edge, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' across the lower center, and the date '1971' at the bottom. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel clad over a pure copper core, which became standard for half dollars in 1971. It measures 30.61 mm in diameter with a reeded edge. The coin appears to be in circulated condition, exhibiting a duller luster and visible surface contact marks consistent with light to moderate wear. There are several small scratches and nicks visible on Kennedy's cheek and neck, as well as minor abrasions along the rim. The overall patina is typical for a nickel-clad coin of this age, showing no significant oxidation or environmental damage. While no mint mark is clearly visible in the provided image (which would be located just above the date), 1971 coins were produced in Philadelphia (no mark), Denver ('D'), and San Francisco ('S' for proofs). The strike quality appears average for a business strike, with moderate detail remaining in the hair and facial features.
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Estimated Value
$0.50 - $0.75
Basic Information
Category
Numismatics / United States Currency
Appraised On
March 9, 2026
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $0.75
Item Description
This is a United States Kennedy Half Dollar coin dated 1971. The obverse side features a profile of President John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts, with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' around the top edge, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' across the lower center, and the date '1971' at the bottom. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel clad over a pure copper core, which became standard for half dollars in 1971. It measures 30.61 mm in diameter with a reeded edge. The coin appears to be in circulated condition, exhibiting a duller luster and visible surface contact marks consistent with light to moderate wear. There are several small scratches and nicks visible on Kennedy's cheek and neck, as well as minor abrasions along the rim. The overall patina is typical for a nickel-clad coin of this age, showing no significant oxidation or environmental damage. While no mint mark is clearly visible in the provided image (which would be located just above the date), 1971 coins were produced in Philadelphia (no mark), Denver ('D'), and San Francisco ('S' for proofs). The strike quality appears average for a business strike, with moderate detail remaining in the hair and facial features.
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