1964 Kennedy half dollar featuring President John F. Kennedy’s portrait on the obverse and a heraldic eagle adapted from the presidential seal on the reverse. A D mint mark appears below the olive branch on the reverse, identifying the Denver Mint.
 
Issued during the first year of the Kennedy half dollar series, this coin represents the only date struck in 90% silver for regular circulation.
 
Feature Highlights
Date — 1964
Mint — Denver, D mint mark
Denomination — 50 cents
Composition — 90% silver and 10% copper
Silver content — Approximately 0.3617 troy oz when newly struck
Original mint weight — 12.5 grams
Diameter — Approximately 30.6 mm
Edge — Reeded
 
Condition
 
Offered ungraded. The photographs show apparent circulation wear, scattered surface marks, uneven toning, and darker spotting around the portrait and fields. The date, major inscriptions, and eagle design remain visible. A numerical grade and cleaning history have not been established.
 
Items Included
One 1964-D Kennedy silver half dollar, as photographed.