Price Guide for 1989 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.

1989-P Half Dollar (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $330.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $1,610.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.75 – $9.00
    Uncirculated: $1.25 – $3,349.97
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $10.00
    Uncirculated: $5.00 – $4,750.00
1989-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $135.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $2.50
    Uncirculated: $1.75 – $395.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $10.00
    Uncirculated: $5.00 – $4,150.00
1989-S Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $8.00 – $552.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $249.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $2.00 – $32.00

Design and Specifications of the 1989 Half Dollar

The 1989 Kennedy Half Dollar continued the series that began in 1964 to honor President John F. Kennedy after his assassination. By 1989, the half dollar had largely disappeared from circulation due to hoarding and decreased demand for such a large denomination in everyday transactions. Despite this, the U.S. Mint continued to produce these coins primarily for collectors.

Weight 11.34 grams
Diameter 30.61 mm
Mint Marks P, D, S
Composition 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel clad over a pure copper core
Obverse Design Profile of John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts
Reverse Design Presidential Seal, designed by Frank Gasparro

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1989 Kennedy Half Dollars. While these coins are relatively common in lower grades, they become increasingly valuable in higher mint state conditions. Coins graded MS65 and above can command significant premiums, especially those with strong luster and minimal contact marks.

For proof coins, the difference between a PR69 and a perfect PR70 can be substantial in terms of value. Cameo and Deep Cameo contrasts on proof coins are highly desirable and can increase value significantly.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 3,262,083

Rarity Scale: Uncommon

Circulation Status: Limited Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, mainly from collectors assembling date sets

Denver, D

Mintage: 3,262,155

Rarity Scale: Uncommon

Circulation Status: Limited Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, mainly from collectors assembling date sets

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 3,220,194

Rarity Scale: Common (for proofs)

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for high-grade examples

Factors affecting the value of 1989 Kennedy Half Dollars include:

1. Strike Quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details, especially on Kennedy’s hair and the eagle’s feathers, are more desirable.

2. Luster: Coins with strong, original mint luster are preferred by collectors.

3. Surface Preservation: Coins free from significant contact marks, scratches, or spots are more valuable.

4. Toning: While not as common on clad coins, attractive natural toning can enhance value for some collectors.

5. Full Steps: Although not officially recognized for half dollars, coins with fully defined steps on Monticello (on earlier Jefferson nickels) can command a premium if this standard were applied to the columns on the Presidential Seal.

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