coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50c \ Kennedy Halves \ 1979 \ Philadelphia
The 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar, minted in Philadelphia, is part of the 50-cent coin series issued by the United States. The Kennedy Half Dollar was first introduced in 1964 following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The 1979 version is notable as it is part of a series that continued to commemorate Kennedy's legacy, featuring an image of him on the obverse and the Presidential Seal on the reverse. Collectors often seek out the 1979 Philadelphia mint issue for its historical significance and lower mintage compared to other years.