The mint produced Kennedy half dollars at three different mints: Philadelphia (no mint mark or P), Denver (D) and San Francisco (S). As illustrated in the pictures in the links below, the mint mark is located on the reverse of the 1964 coin located on the left-hand side just below the eagle’s claw.
How do I know if my 1964 half dollar is real?
All SMS 1964 Kennedy half dollars were struck from a single pair of dies. The several die markers include “on the obverse, a tiny apostrophe-shaped lump of extra metal protruding from the bottom edge of the crosslet of the 4 in the date.”
When did the Mint stop minting half dollars?
In anticipation of extreme demand by the public, the mint did not strike any quarters, half dollars, or dollar coins dated 1975. Kennedy half dollars minted in 1975 and 1976 both bear the dual date 1776 – 1976. Special collector edition coins were struck on 40% silver clad planchets in both business strike and proof finishes.
Are there any silver clad proof half dollars?
Silver clad half dollars and silver clad proof half dollars were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins. This coin has a special design on the reverse side of the coin to celebrate the Bicentennial of the United States.
What kind of silver is in a half dollar?
Half dollars made from 1965 through 1970 are composed of two outer layers containing 80% silver and 20% copper with an inner core of 20.9% silver and 79.1% copper (net composition: 40% silver and 60% copper). Coins minted in 1971 and beyond have outer layers composed of 75% copper…
Where is the mint mark on a 1964 half dollar?
The mint produced Kennedy half dollars at three different mints: Philadelphia (no mint mark or P ), Denver ( D) and San Francisco ( S ). As illustrated in the pictures in the links below, the mint mark is located on the reverse of the 1964 coin located on the left-hand side just below the eagle’s claw.
