The Kennedy Gold Half Dollar was issued in 2014 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Kennedy Half Dollar. Struck in 99.99% gold at the West Point Mint, the commemorative proof adapts the familiar John F. Kennedy portrait to a one-year gold issue.
The Kennedy Gold Half Dollar was struck in 2014 in 99.99% gold to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Kennedy Half Dollar. Produced at the West Point Mint, the proof issue adapts the familiar Kennedy design to a high-purity gold format.
Design Details
The obverse uses Gilroy Roberts’ portrait of President John F. Kennedy, adapted from the original 1964 half dollar. The reverse retains Frank Gasparro’s presidential-seal-inspired design, pairing the familiar imagery with the deeper relief and polished surfaces of a gold proof issue.
Investment & Legacy
The 2014 Kennedy Gold Half Dollar is a one-year commemorative issue that pairs 99.99% gold with the familiar Kennedy Half Dollar design. Its anniversary purpose, West Point Mint origin, and proof presentation give it clear collector interest beyond its metal content.
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