The 1974 Kennedy half dollar is known for a significant doubled die reverse variety that is one of the strongest doubled dies in the Kennedy series. This makes 1974 halves worth a close look.
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Scan My CoinStrong doubling visible on UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR on the reverse. One of the most dramatic doubled dies in the Kennedy series.
How to check: Flip the coin to the reverse and examine the lettering with a loupe. Look for clear split or shelf doubling on UNITED STATES.
$50 - $400+Obverse and reverse dies struck each other without a coin between them, transferring ghost impressions.
How to check: Look for faint outlines of the reverse design on the obverse fields, or vice versa.
$5 - $50The coin was struck outside the collar die, causing it to spread wider than normal without the reeded edge.
How to check: Measure the diameter. A normal Kennedy half is 30.6mm. Broadstrikes will be noticeably wider with a smooth edge.
$30 - $200A 1974-D DDR Kennedy half dollar ranges from $50 in lower grades to $400+ for uncirculated examples. It is one of the most popular Kennedy error varieties.
While not extremely rare, the 1974-D DDR is scarce enough that finding one in circulation is noteworthy. Most examples trade through coin dealers and auction houses.
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