This coin is a 1992 Kennedy Half Dollar, minted at the San Francisco Mint, indicated by its 'S' mint mark. It is part of the Kennedy Half Dollar series, which honors President John F. Kennedy following his assassination in 1963. This particular coin is categorized as a proof coin, which means it was specially struck to showcase a high level of detail and a brilliant finish. The coin has a denomination of 50 cents (or fifty cents) and measures 30.6 millimeters in diameter. It has a weight of 11.34 grams and is composed of copper-nickel clad over a core of pure copper. The total mintage for this specific proof version was 2,858,981 coins, making it a reasonably common issue among collectors. As a piece of numismatic interest, it's a representation of U.S. currency and serves as both a collectible item and a functional piece in currency circulation. The coin features the iconic portrait of President Kennedy on the obverse, while the reverse showcases the presidential seal. Given its condition and historical significance, this 1992 Kennedy Half Dollar can be a valuable addition to any coin collection, particularly for those interested in modern U.S. coins or the Kennedy series.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.5 |
| diameter | 30.6 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel clad Copper |
| mint-mark | S |
| mintage | 2858981 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 11.34 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1992 |