Price Guide for 1966 Half Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $18.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $9,987.50
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eBayCirculated: $4.50 – $100.00Uncirculated: $0.50 – $15,105.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $8.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 – $219.65Uncirculated: $6.00 – $13,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3.00 – $1,700.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $1,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $62.00 – $2,820.00
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eBayUncirculated: $9.97 – $2,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $35.00 – $2,350.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $35.00Uncirculated: $69.00 – $1,375.00
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eBayUncirculated: $34.00 – $349.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00 – $55.00Uncirculated: $65.00 – $1,350.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $45.00 – $229.13
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eBayUncirculated: $17.50 – $626.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $375.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $57.50 – $92.00Uncirculated: $16.00 – $2,880.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.28 – $925.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $650.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $127.00 – $16,450.00
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eBayUncirculated: $14.00 – $2,226.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $45.00 – $7,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $360.00 – $900.00
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eBayUncirculated: $115.00 – $450.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30.00 – $350.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $69.00 – $2,820.00
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eBayUncirculated: $113.50 – $15,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $2,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $32.20 – $80.50Uncirculated: $53.00 – $528.00
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eBayUncirculated: $25.00 – $510.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $47.00 – $1,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $399.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $54.00 – $384.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.00 – $481.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $45.00 – $450.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $540.50 – $852.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $70.00 – $550.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $69.00 – $204.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $35.00 – $400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,920.00
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eBayUncirculated: $279.95 – $479.99
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $60.00 – $764.00
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eBayUncirculated: $60.00 – $999.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $40.00 – $1,400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $60.00 – $288.00
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eBayUncirculated: $47.00 – $750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $1,250.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $156.00 – $646.00
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eBayCirculated: $155.00Uncirculated: $69.00 – $600.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $1,200.00
Design and Specifications of the 1966 Half Dollar
The 1966 Kennedy Half Dollar was part of the ongoing series honoring the assassinated President John F. Kennedy. This year marked a significant change in the coin’s composition, transitioning from 90% silver to a 40% silver clad composition due to rising silver prices. This change was implemented to keep the coins in circulation, as the previous 90% silver coins were being hoarded for their precious metal content.
| Weight | 11.50 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (all coins produced at Philadelphia) |
| Composition | 40% silver, 60% copper |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of John F. Kennedy facing left, designed by Gilroy Roberts |
| Reverse Design | Modified presidential seal, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1966 Kennedy Half Dollars. While common in circulated grades, uncirculated specimens can command significant premiums. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly desirable among collectors.
Key factors affecting condition include:
– Luster: Original mint luster adds considerable appeal
– Contact marks: Fewer marks, especially on Kennedy’s cheek and in the fields, increase value
– Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more valuable
Mintage: 108,984,932
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for silver content and higher grades
Silver content is a significant factor in the value of 1966 Kennedy Half Dollars. With 40% silver composition, these coins have intrinsic value beyond their face value, which fluctuates with silver prices.
Toning can also impact value. Natural, attractive toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value, especially for high-grade specimens.
While not particularly rare, high-grade examples (MS67 and above) are scarce and can command significant premiums in the market. The absence of mint marks for this year makes it easier for collectors to acquire a single high-grade example for their collections.
