This coin is a 1968 Kennedy Half Dollar, minted at the Denver Mint, designated with the 'D' mint mark. It is part of the famous Kennedy Half Dollar series, which honors President John F. Kennedy following his assassination in 1963. The coin has a denomination of 50 cents (50¢) and is made from a composition that includes silver, although the 1968 coins were transitionally produced with a 40% silver content, technically classifying them as silver coins. It has a diameter of 30.6 mm and weighs approximately 11.5 grams. With a significant mintage of 246,951,930 pieces, this coin is not rare but is still a beloved collectible among numismatists and those interested in American history. Its design features a portrait of John F. Kennedy on the obverse and the presidential seal on the reverse. This particular coin represents a connection to a pivotal moment in U.S. history, as well as to America's rich numismatic tradition. The 1968 Kennedy Half Dollar is a classic item for collectors, celebrating both artistry and craftsmanship in coinage.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.5 |
| diameter | 30.6 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Silver |
| mint-mark | D |
| mintage | 246951930 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 11.5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1968 |