1979 S [TYPE 1 PROOF] Kennedy Half Dollar — Coin Value
Kennedy Half DollarWhat the 1979 S [TYPE 1 PROOF] Kennedy Half Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1979 S [TYPE 1 PROOF] Kennedy Half Dollar value — Ungraded $5 · MS62 $8 · MS66 $27. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 5.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1979 S Kennedy Half Dollar, purchase the PROOF for $4. The TYPE 2 PROOF at $14 offers superior presentation and likely a more desirable collectible finish, while the TYPE 1 PROOF at $3 is the most budget-friendly option. Save your money with the TYPE 1 PROOF unless you specifically want the enhanced quality or perceived scarcity of the TYPE 2 PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Kennedy Half Dollar
- Year
- 1979
- Mint
- S
1979 S [TYPE 1 PROOF] Kennedy Half Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1979 S [TYPE 1 PROOF] Kennedy Half Dollar runs around $5, a certified MS62 about $8, and a high-grade MS66 commands $27.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1979 S Kennedy Half Dollar?
- The ungraded value for this 1979 S Kennedy Half Dollar starts at a lower price point on our marketplace.
- How much is a high-grade 1979 S Kennedy Half Dollar worth?
- A coin graded MS66 is valued at $30.
- Which mint produced this 1979 Kennedy Half Dollar?
- This specific coin was minted at the S mint.