Coins
Whitman Kennedy Half Dollar Coin Album Set (1964–2025)
Product description
This two-volume Whitman set is sized to accept Kennedy half dollars dated 1964 through 2025 and includes openings for 'S' mint issues plus additional blank ports for varieties or duplicates. Each binder contains two posts to secure the pages, and the insert pages include clear plastic slides on each pocket so both sides of every coin can be seen. Thumb notches in each window make it easier to remove coins without excessive handling, and a brief identification line is printed under each opening to note date and mint information.
Constructed with a blue textured leatherette cover that resists soiling, these albums are intended to protect and present individual coins. The two-post binder layout keeps pages aligned and allows you to add or remove pages as your collection grows. The clear sleeves hold coins firmly while permitting inspection and photography without removing pieces from their mounts.
A short summary of Kennedy half dollar specifications is included with the set. The initial 1964 issues were struck in 90% silver and 10% copper; from 1965–1970 the composition changed to 40% silver and 60% copper. Beginning in 1971 the Mint eliminated silver: coins have a pure copper core with an outer clad of 75% copper and 25% nickel. A special Bicentennial design was produced in 1976. All Kennedy half dollars measure 30.6 mm in diameter. Weights shifted from 12.50 grams for 1964 pieces to 11.50 grams for 1965–1970 issues; modern Kennedy halves now weigh 11.34 grams.
Pros
- Covers 1964–2025 range with 'S' mint openings
- Clear double-sided pockets show both faces
- Durable blue leatherette binders with two-post system
Cons
- Some pockets can be very snug
- Paper backing may tear if forced
- Not suitable for oversized or slabbed holders
VerdictA comprehensive, collector-focused pair of albums that accommodates Kennedy halves across the modern era and earlier silver issues. The durable blue leatherette binders and two-post system keep pages in place, while clear double-sided pockets let you view both obverse and reverse without handling the coins. Practical for beginners and experienced collectors, though some pockets may be tighter than
Reviews
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David W 3/5
Several pockets were painfully tight
Most holders work fine, but a few were so tight I had trouble seating coins. When I forced them in, the paper backing on the page tore.
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