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1976-S 40% Silver Bicentennial Kennedy half dollar value guide -- mintage, design history, and current prices.
The Bicentennial design (dual-dated 1776-1976) replaced the standard reverse for one year only, designed by Seth G. Huntington and depicting Independence Hall.
Struck in both standard clad (1976-P: 234,308,000; 1976-D: 287,565,248) and this special 40% silver version -- the silver version was sold directly to collectors, not released into circulation.
A separate 1976-S clad proof (mintage 7,059,099) also exists alongside this silver version.
Other dates and varieties in this series
Condition drives price more than any other factor on a coin like this — two examples of the same date can be worth very different amounts depending on wear and authentication.
The value table above is organized by grade for a reason — a coin's condition, not just its date, sets where it lands on that range. If you're not sure how to grade, a seller's photos and description should call it out.
A professionally graded (PCGS/NGC) example carries more certainty than a raw coin, and usually a small premium for it. Both are fine to buy — just factor grading into the price you're comparing.
Prices vary between individual sellers here, not one retailer's price list. Sort by price, check the seller's Metal Points and order history, and message the seller if photos don't show enough detail to grade confidently.
About the 1976-S Bicentennial Kennedy Half Dollar
Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to —, while an uncirculated one can reach $18 or more.
The Bicentennial design (dual-dated 1776-1976) replaced the standard reverse for one year only, designed by Seth G. Huntington and depicting Independence Hall.
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.
List it free on PeerMetals — flat 2.75% seller fee, zero listing fees, 1–3 day payouts.
