1969 Half Dollar Value
A worn 1969 half dollar is worth about $8.86, the value of the silver in it.
Uncirculated ones bring $10–14, and a certified MS65 brings $20–40.
Keep it or sell it for its silver. A coin dealer or bullion buyer will pay close to melt value.
Value by mint mark
| Coin | Made | Worn | Uncirculated | MS65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969-D | 129,881,800 | $8.86 | $10–14 | $20–40 |
Worn means a coin with normal wear from circulation. Uncirculated means no wear at all (MS60 to MS63). MS65 is a certified, near-flawless coin. Prices tied to silver update with the live silver price.
Find the mint mark
Front of the coin, below Kennedy's neck, above the date. Philadelphia added a P from 1980.
What it's made of
- 40% silver overall (silver-clad layers over a silver-copper core), 11.5 grams, 0.14792 troy oz of silver, worth $8.86 today
Varieties and errors to check
There are no widely collected varieties for 1969 half dollars. Condition and mint mark are what set the value.
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1969-D | For circulation | 129,881,800 |
| 1969-S | Proof (collector) — silver | 2,934,631 |
Questions
Is a 1969 half dollar silver?
Yes. Every 1969 half dollar made for circulation contains 0.14792 troy ounces of silver. Its silver value moves with the silver price; the live figure is shown at the top of this page.
Which 1969 half dollar is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1969-D is worth the most, about $20–40 in MS65.
Where is the mint mark on a 1969 half dollar?
Front of the coin, below Kennedy's neck, above the date. Philadelphia added a P from 1980.
Check real sales
Recent sold listings show what coins in your condition actually bring: see sold 1969 half dollars on eBay.
Other coins from 1969: 1969 penny.
More Kennedy half dollars: all years and mintages.
Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.