10 Valuable Kennedy Half Dollar Coins Every Collector Should Know

The Kennedy half dollar holds a special significance for many collectors. Whether it’s because of its sentimental origins or because it’s not commonly found in our pockets these days, the quest to find different variations of the coin has grown tremendously in recent years. In this article, we’ll take you through the 10 most valuable Kennedy half dollar coins and the prices they fetched at auction.

1974 D Double Die Obverse Half Dollar

In tenth place is the 1974 D Double Die Obverse Half Dollar. This coin is very familiar to collectors and can be found in pockets or in Denver Mint sets. The coin is characterized by a clear image of the words “Trust” in “In God We Trust.” In 2016, the top-graded coin of this type sold at auction for $1,528.

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1967 Quintuple Die Obverse Half Dollar

In ninth place is the 1967 Quintuple Die Obverse Half Dollar. This coin has been doubled five times, and some experts believe it may have been doubled six times. This effect is especially visible on Kennedy’s hair, the word “LIBERTY,” and the “S” and “T” of “TRUST.” It can only be found in the 1967 Special Mint Sets. In 2017, it sold at auction for $2,585.

1964 D/D Kennedy Half Dollar

In eighth place is the 1964 D/D Kennedy Half Dollar. The reprinted mint mark on this coin looks very clear. The doubling effect on the “D” can be easily seen. In 2016, this type of coin sold at auction for $1,762.50.

1966 “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar

In seventh place is the 1966 “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar. The letters “FG” are completely missing on this coin and it is found in special mint sets. In 2016, this coin sold for $2,820.

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1972 D “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar

In sixth place is the 1972 D “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar. The letters “FG” are also missing on this coin and other details are a bit blurry. It sold for $2,485 in 2016.

1992 S Silver Proof Double Die Obverse Half Dollar

In fifth place is the 1992 S Silver Proof Double Die Obverse Half Dollar. This coin has a doubling effect on most parts of the design. It is very rare and sold for $2,585 in 2016.

1982 “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar

In fourth place is the 1982 “No FG” Kennedy Half Dollar. This coin is famous for its special type and sold for $2,820 in 2016.

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1964 Double Die Reverse Kennedy Half Dollar

In third place is the 1964 Double Die Reverse Kennedy Half Dollar. Doubling can be seen in the words “United States of America” on the reverse side of this coin. In 2015, it sold for $2,585.

1977 D Silver Kennedy Half Dollar

In second place is the 1977 D Silver Kennedy Half Dollar. This coin was mistakenly printed on a silver planchet. In 2018, it sold for $6,600.

1964 Accented Hair Kennedy Half Dollar

First up is the 1964 Accented Hair Kennedy Half Dollar. The design of this coin was slightly modified at the request of President Kennedy’s wife Jacqueline. This coin is very popular especially in Proof 68 and higher grades. In 2017, it was auctioned for $19,975.