Kennedy Half Dollar (40% Silver, 1965–1970) Melt Value
US · 1965–1970 · 50 cents
Live melt value (per coin)
$9.08
Snapshot: Oct 2026 · Updating…
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Total melt value
$0.00
per coin: $0.00
Specifications
| Country | US |
| Years minted | 1965–1970 |
| Denomination | 50 cents (face value: $0.50) |
| Composition | 40% silver, 60% copper |
| Gross weight | 11.5 g (0.3697 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Silver content | 0.1479 troy oz (4.6000 g) |
| Copper content | 0.015212 lb (6.90 g) |
| Source | US Mint specifications |
How to identify
Kennedy portrait; date 1965–1970; silver-colored edge (no copper core stripe visible); 11.5 g
Notes
Outer layers 80% Ag / 20% Cu bonded to core 21.5% Ag / 78.5% Cu; net 40% Ag. Coinage Act of 1965 (Pub.L. 89-81).
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a Kennedy Half Dollar (40% Silver, 1965–1970)?
A Kennedy Half Dollar (40% Silver, 1965–1970) contains 0.1479 troy oz (4.60g) of silver. Composition: 40% silver, 60% copper.
What is the melt value of a Kennedy Half Dollar (40% Silver, 1965–1970)?
At snapshot prices (October 2026): $9.08 per coin. Composed of 40% silver, 60% copper. Use the live calculator above for current prices.
Is the Kennedy Half Dollar (40% Silver, 1965–1970) 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 (40% Silver, 1965–1970)?
Kennedy portrait; date 1965–1970; silver-colored edge (no copper core stripe visible); 11.