Price Guide for 2006 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 PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $763.75
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $399.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $10.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $475.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8.00 – $2,585.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $2,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $10.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $2,400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $575.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $207.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2.00 – $40.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $74.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.04 – $150.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2.00 – $72.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $9.00 – $210.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.30 – $569.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2.00 – $150.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $546.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.63 – $220.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $18.00 – $60.00
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eBayUncirculated: $63.56
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eBayUncirculated: $10.50 – $31.02
Design and Specifications of the 2006 Half Dollar
The 2006 Kennedy Half Dollar continues the long-standing tradition of honoring the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. First introduced in 1964, less than a year after Kennedy’s assassination, this coin has been a staple of American coinage for over four decades by 2006.
While the half dollar’s use in circulation had significantly decreased by 2006, the coin remained popular among collectors and for commemorative purposes. The Kennedy Half Dollar’s design has remained largely unchanged since its inception, making it an iconic piece of American numismatic history.
| Weight | 11.34 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, P, S |
| Composition | 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel (clad over pure copper core) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of John F. Kennedy, designed by Gilroy Roberts |
| Reverse Design | Presidential Coat of Arms, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of 2006 Kennedy Half Dollars. While these coins are relatively modern, finding them in pristine condition can still be challenging due to their limited circulation and handling during the minting process.
For circulation strikes, coins in MS65 and below are relatively common, but specimens in MS67 and above can command significant premiums. The value increases exponentially for coins with full bell lines (FBL) on the reverse, as these indicate a strong strike.
For proof coins, the difference between a PR69 and a PR70 can be substantial in terms of value, with perfect PR70 specimens being highly sought after by collectors.
Mintage: 3,304,000
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
Mintage: 3,700,000
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
Mintage: 2,549,149
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, popular among proof set collectors
Luster and eye appeal are important factors for both circulation strikes and proofs. Coins with deep cameo contrast in proof versions are particularly desirable.
While not typically prone to attractive toning, any 2006 Half Dollar with exceptional, natural toning could potentially command a premium among collectors.
As modern coins, die varieties and errors are less common but can still occur. Any significant mint errors, such as off-center strikes or double dies, could greatly increase the coin’s value and collector interest.
Lastly, the overall low mintage numbers for circulation strikes in 2006 compared to earlier years may lead to increased interest and value in the future as these coins become more scarce in high grades.
