Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964) Melt Value
US · 1964 · 50 cents
Live melt value (per coin)
$21.98
Snapshot: Oct 2026 · Updating…
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Total melt value
$0.00
per coin: $0.00
Specifications
| Country | US |
| Years minted | 1964 |
| Denomination | 50 cents (face value: $0.50) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Gross weight | 12.5 g (0.4019 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Silver content | 0.3617 troy oz (11.2500 g) |
| Copper content | 0.002756 lb (1.25 g) |
| Source | US Mint specifications |
How to identify
Kennedy portrait; date 1964 ONLY; presidential seal reverse; reeded edge; uniform silver-gray edge
Notes
90% Ag, 10% Cu. Only year struck at 90% silver. Changed to 40% silver clad in 1965.
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964)?
A Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964) contains 0.3617 troy oz (11.25g) of silver. Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper.
What is the melt value of a Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964)?
At snapshot prices (October 2026): $21.98 per coin. Composed of 90% silver, 10% copper. Use the live calculator above for current prices.
Is the Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964) worth more than melt value?
Many coins sell for more than melt — especially scarce dates, high grades, and coins with collector demand. Always check a current price guide (PCGS or NGC price guides) before melting or selling. Melt value is a floor, not a ceiling.
How do I identify a Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver, 1964)?
Kennedy portrait; date 1964 ONLY; presidential seal reverse; reeded edge; uniform silver-gray edge.