Historical Figures

Value of 1968 commemorative half dollar?

The 1968 commemorative half dollar was minted to honor the twentieth anniversary of the March of Dimes. It is compositionally equivalent to the circulating clad half dollars of the same era, with a copper-nickel "sandwich" that is 75% copper and 25% nickel, and weighs 11.340 grams. It is approximately .900 fine silver, but the small amount of silver only contributes about 20 cents to the coin's intrinsic value.

However, the 1968 half dollar is still relatively rare, with a mintage of just over 1.5 million coins. This makes it a more valuable collectible than most other half dollars from the 1960s. In general, the value of this coin is between $20 and $50, depending on its condition.

Here are some factors that can affect the value of a 1968 commemorative half dollar:

* Condition: The condition of the coin is one of the most important factors in determining its value. Coins that are in mint state (MS) or have a high grade will be more valuable than those that are in circulated condition or have damage.

* Rarities: Certain varieties of the 1968 commemorative half dollar are more rare than others and may be worth more money. For example, there is a known variety that has a double die error on the obverse, which is the side of the coin with the bust of Franklin Roosevelt.

* Year: The year of minting can also affect the value of a 1968 commemorative half dollar. Coins that were minted in the first year of production are often worth more than those that were minted in later years.

If you have a 1968 commemorative half dollar, it is a good idea to have it evaluated by a professional numismatist to determine its exact value.