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Sun, Aug 4, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1258

Lot of 250 1964 Kennedy Half Dollars 90% Silver

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$500,000 $50,000

Includes 250 Kennedy Half Dollars from 1964, the inaugural year of this iconic American coin. Each coin is composed of 90% silver, making this collection not only historically significant but also valuable for its precious metal content.

Key details:

  • Date: 1964
  • Denomination: Half Dollar (50 cents)
  • Quantity: 250 coins
  • Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
  • Designer: Gilroy Roberts (obverse), Frank Gasparro (reverse)
  • Total silver weight: Approximately 90.75 troy ounces (based on 0.3617 oz of silver per coin)

The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar holds special numismatic significance as it was minted in the year following President John F. Kennedy's assassination. It represents the last year of 90% silver content for circulating U.S. half dollars.

This substantial lot offers an excellent opportunity for both coin collectors and silver investors. The coins' historical importance, combined with their silver content, makes this an attractive acquisition for those looking to diversify their numismatic portfolio or expand their precious metal holdings.