2020 Kennedy Half Dollar Products On Sale June 1st

2020 Kennedy Half Dollar Obverse (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United Stats Mint will open sales for the 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar on Monday, June 1, 2020. Sales will begin promptly at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. The Half Dollar will be sold in 200-coin bags from the Denver and Philadelphia Mints as well as a 2-roll set from both Mints. As many readers will know, the Kennedy Half Dollar is not released into general circulation but rather made in smaller numbers for collectors …

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1938 Walking Liberty Half Dollar Sells for Record $81,562

1938 Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollar (Image Courtesy of GreatCollections)

As a general rule here at USCoinNews, I don’t post much about high-end coin auctions. Not because I don’t find them interesting, but more about one of the founding principles of the site: Focus is on those who enjoy the hobby, for the hobby and not necessarily for investments. But everyone once in a while a coin gets sold at auction that is just to impressive to pass on tell others about it. That’s the …

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Mint Revises Production Schedule for May and June

2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Proof Reverse

The United States Mint has updated its production schedule for May and June 2020, setting release dates for several Numismatic products over the next 8 weeks. Last month, the Mint stopped all production of Numismatic products as it dealt with the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. At that point, the production schedule moved all products scheduled after April 2020 into a “TBD” status. In all, twelve products on the schedule have been updated with anticipated release dates. …

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NGC Certifies Bag of First Day of Issue 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollars

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Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, NGC, has announced in a Press Release a stunning and rare recent grading the company provided. Rare Collectibles TV submitted an unopened bag of 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollars that were tagged with a date prior to the coins general release. That gives the bag a First Day of Issue status. The Press Release can be found below and it is clear from the quotes in it that the professional Numismatist at NGC …

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Today’s Deal – 1958-D Franklin Half Dollar Brilliant Uncirculated

1958-D Franklin Half Dollar

If you have been looking to add a superior example of the Franklin Half Dollar to your collection, Today’s Deal is one for you to consider. Right now you can pick up a 1958-D Franklin Half Dollar in brilliant uncirculated condition for $33.95. This is an excellent price for this coin and in this grade. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate …

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Today’s Deal – 1990s Kennedy Half Proof Set

1990-S Through 1999-S Proof Kennedy Half Dollar

Today’s Deal is a great opportunity to fill in those Kennedy Half Dollar Proofs from the 1990s to your collection. Phanatic Sport Memorabilia has a great deal going on their Amazon store front. You can pick up a 10-coin set of Kennedy Half Dollars Proof Set for $39.99. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. Those …

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Today’s Deal – 1948-D Franklin Half Dollar

1948-D Franklin Half Dollar

Today’s Deal is on an excellent example of the Franklin Half Dollar. Specifically, the deal is on the 1948-D Franklin Half, the first year this popular coin was available. You can pick up a brilliant uncirculated specimen for $29.95 through BullionShark’s Amazon storefront. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This Today’s Deal article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. Those …

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Today’s Deal – 1970-S Kennedy Half Dollar Proof

1970-S Kennedy Half Dollar Proof

Today’s Deal is on an excellent 1970-S Kennedy Half Dollar Proof coin. The coin is available right now for $14.99 from Hall of Fame Sport Memorabilia through their Amazon store. Hall of Fame Sports is a long time coin seller, among other collectibles, on Amazon. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This Today’s Deal article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. Those …

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Today’s Deal – Complete 1990s Kennedy Half Proof Set

1990-S Through 1999-S Proof Kennedy Half Dollar

Today’s Deal is a great opportunity to fill in those Kennedy Half Dollar Proofs from the 1990s to your collection. Phanatic Sport Memorabilia has a great deal going on their Amazon store front. You can pick up a 10-coin set of Kennedy Half Dollars in Proof condition for $39.99. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. …

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Today’s Deal – 1952 Franklin Half Dollar

1952 Franklin Half Dollar

Today’s Deal is on a beautiful 1952 Franklin Half Dollar. The common date Half Dollar is in choice brilliant uncirculated condition and has been hand picked by the seller for its luster and eye appeal. Today you can pick it up for $24.95, a great value for this coin in this condition. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small …

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