1979 Kennedy Half Dollar : A Collector’s Guide.

The 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar is part of the long-running series honoring President John F. Kennedy, first introduced in 1964.

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Obverse: Features a left-facing portrait of John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts.

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Reverse: Displays the Presidential Seal, with a heraldic eagle clutching an olive branch and arrows, designed by Frank Gasparro.

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Circulated 1979-P and 1979-D half dollars are common and only worth face value.

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Circulated and standard Mint State coins have little investment value.

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1979-S Type 2 Proof is the best option for collectors looking for appreciation.

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Uncirculated and Proof coins in original U.S. Mint packaging are most desirable.

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Would you like help identifying a specific 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar you own?

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