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1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar Value

1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy half dollar value guide -- a real PCGS-cataloged variety, and what it's worth.

1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar obverse
1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar reverse
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Year
1974
Mint mark
D
Composition
91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel clad over a pure copper core (11.34g, 30.6mm)
Mintage
Not tracked separately

Current value

Grade
Estimated value
Choice Unc. (MS-63)
$50

Note: a full grade-by-grade breakdown for this coin is still being compiled.

Source: USA Coin Book, https://www.usacoinbook.com/coins/half-dollars/kennedy/ ; PCGS CoinFacts, https://www.pcgs.com/coinfacts/coin/1974-d-50c-doubled-die-obverse/96723 -- both retrieved 2026-08-21

Why it matters

A real, PCGS-cataloged doubled die variety (PCGS# 96723) -- visible doubling in the obverse design, not a common date.

Values are for the attributed variety specifically; a normal 1974-D (mintage 79,066,300) is a common clad-era date worth near face value.

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About the 1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar

How much is a 1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar worth?

Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to —, while an uncirculated one can reach $50 or more.

What makes the 1974-D Doubled Die Obverse Kennedy Half Dollar valuable?

A real, PCGS-cataloged doubled die variety (PCGS# 96723) -- visible doubling in the obverse design, not a common date.

Should I get it professionally graded?

For anything you believe is a key date or an error, professional grading protects both buyer and seller by settling condition and authenticity before money changes hands.


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