1968-D Kennedy Half Dollar
This is a United States Kennedy Half Dollar coin dated 1968. This specific year is notable for its composition, featuring a 40% silver 'clad' construction (80% silver outer layer over a copper-silver core), whereas contemporary smaller denominations were transitioned to base metals in 1965. The obverse features the profile of President John F. Kennedy facing left, based on a design by Gilroy Roberts. Above the portrait is the word 'LIBERTY', with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' split across the lower field, and the date '1968' at the bottom. A small 'D' mint mark is located just above the date, indicating it was struck at the Denver Mint. The coin shows visible signs of circulation including numerous small contact marks, nicks, and 'bag marks' across the face and field, particularly on the cheek and jawline of the portrait. There is slight dulling of the original luster, and minor tarnish or toning is visible along the upper rim. Despite the wear, the high-relief details of the hair remain relatively well-defined, suggesting a grade in the Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated range. The edges are reeded, and the overall color exhibits the characteristic white-grey shimmer associated with silver-clad coinage from this era.
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Estimated Value
$10.00 - $14.00
Basic Information
Category
Numismatics / US Coins
Appraised On
April 18, 2026
Estimated Value
$10.00 - $14.00
Item Description
This is a United States Kennedy Half Dollar coin dated 1968. This specific year is notable for its composition, featuring a 40% silver 'clad' construction (80% silver outer layer over a copper-silver core), whereas contemporary smaller denominations were transitioned to base metals in 1965. The obverse features the profile of President John F. Kennedy facing left, based on a design by Gilroy Roberts. Above the portrait is the word 'LIBERTY', with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' split across the lower field, and the date '1968' at the bottom. A small 'D' mint mark is located just above the date, indicating it was struck at the Denver Mint. The coin shows visible signs of circulation including numerous small contact marks, nicks, and 'bag marks' across the face and field, particularly on the cheek and jawline of the portrait. There is slight dulling of the original luster, and minor tarnish or toning is visible along the upper rim. Despite the wear, the high-relief details of the hair remain relatively well-defined, suggesting a grade in the Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated range. The edges are reeded, and the overall color exhibits the characteristic white-grey shimmer associated with silver-clad coinage from this era.
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