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Coin Ring | 1964 Silver Kennedy Half Dollar | Made to order
Coin Ring | 1964 Silver Kennedy Half Dollar | Made to order
1964 Kennedy Half Dollar Coin Ring
The Kennedy half dollar, first minted in 1964, is a fifty-cent coin currently issued by the United States Mint. Intended as a memorial to the assassinated 35th president of the United States John F. Kennedy, it was authorized by Congress just over a month after his death. Use of existing works by Mint sculptors Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparro allowed dies to be prepared quickly, and striking of the new coins began in January 1964.
The silver coins were hoarded upon their release in March 1964 by collectors and those interested in a memento of the late president. Although the Mint greatly increased production, the denomination was seldom seen in circulation. Continued rises in the price of silver increased the hoarding—many early Kennedy half dollars have been melted for their silver content. Starting with 1965-dated pieces, the percentage of fine silver was reduced from 90% to 40% (silver clad), but even with this change the coin saw little circulation.
Sizing
This coin can be turned into a UK ring size P, Q, R, S, T, U & V
If you are unsure on your size, get in touch and we can send you out a ring sizer free of charge.
Shipping & Delivery
We aim to get this coin ring posted within 3-5 working days. It will be posted Via the Royal mail.
Uk - 2nd Class signed for (3 days delivery aim)
Europe - Royal Mail International Tracked (3-5 days delivery aim)
Worldwide - Royal Mail International Tracked (5-7 days delivery aim)
Handcrafted in the United Kingdom
This coin ring was handcrafted by Mr Sullivan in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. He takes care and pride in every coin ring he creates. This means it might take up to 14 days before we are able to send the ring out to you. If you need it sooner, please get in touch.