1996-D Kennedy Half Dollar BU
Numismatic
1996-D Kennedy Half Dollar BU
The 1996 Kennedy half dollar, struck at the Denver Mint, represents a classic era of modern United States coinage. This fifty-cent piece is preserved in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, showcasing the original luster and sharp details of its production. Crafted with a copper and nickel outer layer bonded to a core of pure copper, the coin demonstrates the enduring clad composition used for circulating American currency. The obverse displays a left-facing portrait of President John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts. This powerful bust is accompanied by the inscription "IN GOD WE TRUST" split across the lower field. On the reverse, Frank Gasparro's detailed heraldic eagle design commands attention. The eagle holds both arrows and an olive branch, symbolizing strength and peace, beneath the traditional motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and surrounded by the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and the "HALF DOLLAR" denomination.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1996 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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