The coin in question is a 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar, a notable piece in the series of United States coins that pays tribute to President John F. Kennedy. This particular coin is a proof version, which means it was struck with specially polished dies to create a mirror-like finish and is typically produced for collectors. This coin does not feature a mint mark, indicating it was produced at a mint facility where the mint mark designation was not used or is not applicable in this case. The half dollar has a denomination of 50 cents (or 0.50 USD) and is crafted from a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel, with a pure copper center. With a total mintage of 3,677,175 coins, this particular half dollar was produced during a time when the popularity of the Kennedy Half Dollar was on the rise, following its introduction in 1964. The coin is part of the official coinage of the United States of America, and its striking design continues to be appreciated by collectors and numismatists alike. In terms of dimensions, while standard specifications exist for the Kennedy Half Dollar—typically having a diameter of 30.6 mm and a weight of 11.34 grams—this specific example lacks detailed recorded measurements for its width, height, and weight. Overall, the 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar is a significant collectible piece, reflecting its historical context and artistry, appealing to both experienced collectors and newcomers to the hobby.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.5 |
| designer | N/A |
| diameter | 0 |
| edge-type | N/A |
| height | 0 |
| material | 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center |
| mint-mark | None |
| mintage | 3677175 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 0 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1979 |