The Kennedy Half Dollar Silver Coins Featuring John F. Kennedy was Actually First Issued in 1964, at 90% Purity
The Kennedy Half Dollars, or 50 Cent Pieces, Were Minted Using 40% #Silver from 1965 - 1970 #moneymetals https://t.co/j1meeEK9dw
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The Kennedy Half Dollars, or 50 Cent Pieces, Were Minted Using 40% Silver from 1965 - 1970
Production began just prior to the decision to eliminate the silver standard in United States Mint coins. These circulating coins were designed to honor Kennedy who was assassinated in November 1963. Congress authorized the new design within a month of Kennedy's death and the Mint began production in January 1964.