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By Ron Schmidt on December 24, 2022. Many people have thought that the mint does not make the 50 cent coin any more except for in mint sets. That is not true, the mint has made the 50 cent coins for circulation in every year since 1921, and even before that, but they were not minted each year.

1953-S Full Bell Line Franklin Half Dollar: $69,000. 1954-D Full Bell Line Franklin Half Dollar: $21,275. 1955 Full Bell Line Franklin Half Dollar: $14,100. 1958 Full Bell Line Franklin Half Dollar: $129,250.

In 1971, the Mint removed silver from the half dollar and the composition became copper-nickel clad. Since 2002, half dollars have been minted primarily for annual coin sets and other numismatic products. However, the Federal Reserve may still order them for circulation.

Yes. In fact, most banks (Credit Unions are a different creature; some have them, as well) -Will have rolls of 50 cent pieces.

Modern-date half dollars can be purchased in proof sets, mint sets, rolls, and bags from the U.S. Mint, and existing inventory circulation pieces can be obtained or ordered through most U.S. banks and credit unions.

The Kennedy half dollar coin from pre-1975 is worth between $10 and $1,500+, depending on condition and rarity. The key aspect of the coin that causes the difference in worth is whether the print of Kennedy has "accented hair" above his ear or not.

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of May 2024, a Kennedy Half Dollar from 1776-1976 S in circulated condition is worth between $3.90 and $4.40. However, on the open market 1776-1976 S SILVER Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $12500.

At the current silver spot price (as of January 2024), each 1964 Kennedy half is worth $8.63 at a minimum. Uncirculated coins sell for a premium over spot price, with the typical Choice Uncirculated example retailing for between $12 and $15.

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of April 2024, a Kennedy Half Dollar from 1971 in circulated condition is worth between $0.60 and $0.75. However, on the open market 1971 D Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $3100.

According to the NGC Price Guide, the estimated value of a 1968-D Half Dollar in Mint State (MS) is between $6 and $4,800 in the current market. With the coin shortage officially over, mintmarks were restored to the nation's coinage commencing with 1968's production.

How rare is it to have a 50 cent coin? ›

Only about 200,000 of the 50-cent coins made it into circulation, making them a rare find. A coin enthusiast has revealed the small detail that could make some 50-cent coins worth up to 140 times their face value.

You can exchange coins for cash at most credit unions and banks, but some may charge a small fee for this service. Some financial institutions provide coin-sorting machines for self-service exchanges, and others require you to work with a teller.

“Different banks have different coin acceptance policies,” Kenneally says. “Some accept rolled coins and some accept loose coins to process through a coin-counting machine. If they have a machine, loose coins are usually preferred.”

Half dollar and $1 coins are produced as collectibles. However, they may still be ordered by the Federal Reserve for circulation and used as legal tender.

Many people have thought that the mint does not make the 50 cent coin any more except for in mint sets. That is not true, the mint has made the 50 cent coins for circulation in every year since 1921, and even before that, but they were not minted each year.

The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar holds a unique position. Its value is influenced by its silver content, historical significance, and rarity, particularly for well-preserved specimens and those from the Denver mint.

The Highest Price Ever Paid for a Kennedy Half Dollar

Kennedy Half Dollars hold a special place in the hearts of collectors, and while many years have a face value of 50 cents, the 90% silver content of coins minted in 1964 adds to their allure and value.