Silver Coin Melt Value Calculator -- 1965-1970 Kennedy Half Dollar
Determining the current price of 1965-1970 Kennedy Half Dollar is a straightforward process once you know the silver content, the weight, and the current market rate, often referred to as the spot price.
| Description | Face Value | ASW | Melt Value | Per $1 Face | Per Bankroll | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40% Kennedy Half Dollar | 1965-1970 Kennedy Half Dollar | $0.50 | 0.147893 | $12.49 | $24.98 | $249.79 |
40% Silver Kennedy Half Dollar (1965-1970)
The 40% Kennedy Half Dollar is notable for being the last U.S. half-dollar series to contain Silver, albeit in reduced amounts (debased) compared to previous years. Unlike the 1964 issue, the coins minted from 1965 to 1970 have a 40% silver composition, making them valuable to both collectors and silver investors.
Specifications
- Silver Content: 40% silver, 60% copper
- Weight: 11.5 grams
- Silver Content: Approximately 0.1479 troy ounces of pure Silver
While none of the coins from this period are extremely rare, 1965-1967 SMS coins in high-grade conditions with cameo or deep cameo features can carry a premium due to their scarcity in top grades. These coins are valued based on their 40% silver content.
The 1970-D Kennedy Half Dollar is notable for its low mintage. This coin was not issued for general circulation and was only available in U.S. Mint sets, making it more valuable than other dates in the series.
Mint Marks
- 1965-1967: No mint marks on circulation coins or SMS coins.
- 1968-1970: Denver (D) minted coins for circulation and proof coins in San Francisco (S).
Special Mint Sets (SMS) and Proof Coins
From 1965 to 1967, the U.S. Mint did not issue traditional silver proof sets. Instead, it released Special Mint Sets (SMS), which included Kennedy Half Dollars with enhanced strike quality compared to regular circulation coins, though not as high as proof coins.
Beginning in 1968, the U.S. Mint resumed issuing proof sets, and the Kennedy Half Dollar was included in these sets. Proofs were minted at the San Francisco Mint (S) and featured the "S" mint mark.
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