how much are bicentennial 50 cent pieces worth

[ReedRose]

Hey there! That's a great question, as many people have these cool Bicentennial half dollars. The value really depends on which specific version of the coin you have.

Most of the Bicentennial Kennedy half dollars you'll find in circulation are made of a copper-nickel blend and are generally worth their face value of 50 cents. These are the coins that were minted in Philadelphia (which have no mint mark) and Denver (with a "D" mint mark). If they're in circulated condition, they typically aren't worth more than face value.

However, some special versions were made for collectors at the San Francisco mint, and these are the ones that carry more value. These coins have an "S" mint mark and are made of 40% silver. Because of their silver content, they are worth at least their "melt value" based on the current price of silver.

The coin's condition also plays a huge role. An uncirculated 1976-S silver half dollar in good condition (graded MS 65, for example) can be worth around $13. If you have one in even better condition, the value climbs. A very high-grade MS 67 might be worth $35, and a nearly perfect MS 68 could fetch over $200. So, the key is to check for that "S" mint mark and see how well-preserved the coin is.