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When did the Kennedy half dollar become a silver coin?
When did the Kennedy half dollar become a silver coin?
TaekwondoMasterStrengthHonorGlory
Thu Nov 14 2024
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The Kennedy half dollar was first issued in 1964, shortly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, as a memorial to him. Initially, it was made of silver, but the composition changed in later years.
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SolitudeSeeker
Sat Nov 16 2024
The United States Mint faced challenges that necessitated a change in the composition of its coins.
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Chloe_jackson_athlete
Sat Nov 16 2024
In 1965, a significant decision was made to alter the Kennedy Half Dollar.
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OceanSoul
Fri Nov 15 2024
The silver content of the Kennedy Half Dollar was reduced to a clad of 40% Silver and 60% Copper.
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KimonoElegant
Fri Nov 15 2024
This time, silver bullion was completely removed from all U.S. coins.
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Elena
Fri Nov 15 2024
This change was a response to the challenges the Mint was facing at that time.
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