Price Guide for 2015 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: $43.00 – $168.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.00 – $649.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $1,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.47 – $300.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $26.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $38.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.50 – $52.55Uncirculated: $2.80 – $171.49
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 – $60.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $61.00 – $89.00
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eBayCirculated: $24.00Uncirculated: $9.38 – $349.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $130.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $43.00 – $47.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.76 – $224.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $70.00
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eBayUncirculated: $15.00 – $237.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 – $260.00
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eBayUncirculated: $11.05 – $79.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 – $45.00
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eBayUncirculated: $20.51 – $106.50
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eBayUncirculated: $2.24 – $250.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $15.00 – $300.00
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eBayUncirculated: $22.50 – $67.66
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $59.00 – $114.00
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00 – $216.54
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $55.00 – $140.00
Design and Specifications of the 2015 Half Dollar
The 2015 Kennedy Half Dollar continues the long-standing tradition of honoring President John F. Kennedy, first introduced in 1964. This coin holds significance as a modern continuation of the half dollar denomination, which has seen reduced circulation in recent decades but remains popular among collectors.
| Weight | 11.34 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.61 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, S |
| Composition | 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel clad to 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 the value of 2015 Kennedy Half Dollars. For circulation strikes, coins in Mint State (MS) condition, particularly MS65 and above, command significant premiums. Proof coins are valued based on their cameo contrast and preservation, with Deep Cameo (DCAM) examples in PR69 and PR70 being the most desirable.
Luster is a key factor for circulation strikes, with fully lustrous coins being more valuable. For proofs, the quality of the mirrored fields and frosted devices significantly impacts value. Any contact marks, scratches, or imperfections can substantially reduce the coin’s grade and value.
Mintage: 2,300,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily from collectors
Mintage: 561,609
Rarity Scale: Common for a proof issue
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
While not particularly rare, the 2015 Kennedy Half Dollar’s value is influenced by several factors:
1. Limited Circulation: As half dollars are not commonly used in everyday transactions, many 2015 issues remain in excellent condition, potentially increasing future collectible value.
2. Collector Demand: The Kennedy Half Dollar series maintains popularity among collectors, supporting the coin’s value despite its modern mintage.
3. Silver Content: Unlike pre-1971 issues, the 2015 half dollar doesn’t contain silver, which limits its intrinsic value. However, this can make high-grade examples more appealing to collectors focused on condition rarity.
4. Set Completion: Many collectors seek to complete date runs of Kennedy Half Dollars, maintaining steady demand for the 2015 issue.
