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1972 Kennedy Half Dollar

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

DescriptionThis is a 1972 Kennedy Half Dollar, a standard circulation coin struck from a copper-nickel clad composition over a copper core. The obverse features a left-facing profile portrait of President John F. Kennedy, with the inscription "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the year.

HistoryMinted from 1964 onwards, the Kennedy Half Dollar replaced the Franklin Half Dollar. It was created as a tribute to President John F. Kennedy, assassinated in 1963. The design was approved by Congress and features portraits by Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparro.

FactsThe 1972 Kennedy Half Dollar is a common date, readily available in circulated grades. While initially struck in 90% silver, this year's mintage is clad. It represents a significant piece of American numismatic history, commemorating a beloved president.

Value Fact

Circulated 1972 Kennedy Half Dollars typically sell for a few dollars each, with prices increasing slightly for uncirculated examples or those with specific mint marks. Condition and rarity are the primary drivers of value for collectors.

Item Details

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CategoryCoins

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Weight11.34 grams

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Coins TypeCommemorative, Circulating

DenominationHalf Dollar

CurrencyDollar

Obverse DescriptionBust of Kennedy facing left. "In God We Trust" and year

Obverse CreatorGilroy Roberts

Reverse DescriptionHeraldic eagle with shield, wings spread. "United States of America" and "Half Dollar"

Reverse CreatorFrank Gasparro

Mint or Printing PressPhiladelphia Mint, Denver Mint

Diameter30.61 mm

Thickness2.15 mm

Production TypeCirculation

Edge TypeReeded

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Country / EmpireUnited States

Start Year1964

End YearPresent

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Mint MarkD, blank

Obverse ObjectsBust

Reverse ObjectsEagle

ShapeRound

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AlignmentMedallic

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