Price Guide for 2020 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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eBayUncirculated: $5.50 – $239.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $9.00 – $60.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.50 – $68.09Uncirculated: $0.99 – $416.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $38.00 – $80.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.01 – $156.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $14.00 – $63.00
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eBayUncirculated: $24.30 – $139.95
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eBayUncirculated: $19.51 – $75.55
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eBayUncirculated: $26.00 – $52.30
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eBayUncirculated: $26.80 – $105.00
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eBayCirculated: $16.27Uncirculated: $1.00 – $139.56
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $32.00 – $67.00
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eBayUncirculated: $26.02 – $76.66
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eBayUncirculated: $35.65 – $109.00
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eBayUncirculated: $38.88 – $91.00
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eBayUncirculated: $38.60 – $86.52
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eBayUncirculated: $56.66
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eBayUncirculated: $23.83 – $99.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $62.00 – $130.00
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eBayUncirculated: $7.50 – $138.43
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $43.00 – $90.00
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eBayUncirculated: $18.05 – $225.00
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eBayUncirculated: $54.00 – $195.42
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eBayUncirculated: $34.51 – $107.50
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eBayUncirculated: $63.69 – $142.50
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eBayUncirculated: $48.00 – $85.44
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eBayUncirculated: $66.00 – $151.00
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eBayUncirculated: $62.00 – $159.50
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eBayUncirculated: $67.77 – $162.50
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eBayUncirculated: $41.00 – $85.00
Design and Specifications of the 2020 Half Dollar
The 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar continues the long-standing tradition of honoring President John F. Kennedy, first introduced in 1964. This coin represents over five decades of numismatic history, serving as a lasting tribute to the 35th President of the United States.
While no longer commonly found in circulation, the Half Dollar remains an important part of the U.S. coinage system and is 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 Seal, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of 2020 Half Dollars. For circulation strikes, coins in Mint State (MS) condition, particularly MS65 and above, command significant premiums. Luster and strike quality are key factors that collectors consider.
For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrasts between the frosted design elements and mirrored fields can significantly enhance value, especially in grades PR69 and PR70.
Mintage: 1,800,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None reported
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily driven by collectors
Mintage: 3,279,432
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70
Varieties Errors: None reported
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among proof set collectors
Toning can add appeal to both circulation strikes and proofs, with attractively toned specimens often commanding premiums. However, any signs of cleaning or mishandling can severely impact value.
While not particularly rare, the limited circulation of these coins makes high-grade examples from pocket change increasingly scarce. Collector demand remains steady, particularly for high-grade examples and as part of annual sets.
