Silver half dollar
1964 Kennedy half dollar value
A 1964 Kennedy half dollar is 90% silver, so it is worth at least its silver value: $18.97 at today's spot price. Circulated 1964 and 1964-D halves trade a little above that, while proofs, the "accented hair" proof variety and high-grade coins are worth more.
Why the 1964 Kennedy half is special
The Kennedy half dollar first appeared in 1964, months after President Kennedy's death, and 1964 is the only year it was made for circulation in 90% silver. From 1965 to 1970 the halves were 40% silver, and after that copper-nickel clad.
Finding the mint mark
On 1964 halves the mint mark is on the reverse, to the left of the eagle's tail, just below the claw holding the olive branch. D is Denver; no letter is Philadelphia. From 1968 on, the mint mark moved to the front.
What 1964 Kennedy halves sell for
| 1964 Kennedy half | Listings | Median ask | Middle half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw (not graded) | 101 | $24.99 | $23.99 to $30.62 |
| Graded (PCGS, NGC, ANACS, ICG) | 23 | $59.95 | $49.95 to $110 |
Active fixed-price eBay listings in US Coins, titles matched to this coin, lots and replicas removed, checked November 11, 2026. These are asking prices, not sales, and many listings are hopeful or mislabeled.
The raw median ask of $24.99 sits a little above silver value. Coin shops usually buy worn 1964 halves close to their silver value.
Which ones are worth more
- Proofs. Struck for collector sets with mirror-like fields. Common proofs are worth a modest premium; deep cameo contrast and top grades are worth much more.
- Accented hair proofs. An early proof variety with extra hair lines above Kennedy's ear and a weak or missing lower line on the I of LIBERTY. Authenticated examples sell for many times the price of a regular proof.
- High-grade business strikes. MS65 and up, especially with few marks on Kennedy's cheek.
Silver halves by year
| Years | Silver | Silver value now |
|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 90%, 0.36169 oz | $18.97 |
| 1965 to 1970 | 40%, 0.14792 oz | $7.76 |
| 1971 and later (circulating) | None (clad) | Face value |
Questions
How much is a 1964 Kennedy half dollar worth?
At least its silver value, shown live on this page, and a little more for clean circulated coins. Proofs and high grades are worth more.
Are all Kennedy half dollars silver?
No. 1964 halves are 90% silver, 1965 to 1970 are 40% silver, and circulating halves from 1971 on contain no silver.
Is the 1964 D Kennedy half rare?
No. Denver made about 156 million. It's worth its silver value plus a small premium unless it's in high grade.