The coin described is a 1981 Kennedy Half Dollar, minted in Philadelphia (indicated by the 'P' mint mark). This half dollar is part of the Kennedy series, which pays tribute to President John F. Kennedy following his assassination in 1963. The coin has a denomination of fifty cents (50¢) and features a composition of Copper-Nickel clad Copper, weighing 11.34 grams and measuring 30.6 millimeters in diameter. With a mintage of 29,544,000 coins, it represents a significant production run, reflecting the continued popularity of the half dollar series during this period. In terms of its physical characteristics, the coin has a standard thickness, although no specific height or width values are assigned here. The Kennedy Half Dollar is recognized for its iconic obverse design featuring a left-facing profile of President Kennedy, with the inscription "Liberty" and the date, while the reverse showcases the seal of the President of the United States, surrounded by the words "United States of America" and "Half Dollar." Overall, this 1981 Kennedy Half Dollar is a notable example from the United States coinage, embodying both historical significance and numismatic interest.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.5 |
| diameter | 30.6 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel clad Copper |
| mint-mark | P |
| mintage | 29544000 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 11.34 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1981 |