As of May, 2024, a 1968-S Half Dollar in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $5.00 and $36.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $1,725.00 in the 09/01/2008 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Gilroy Roberts/Frank Gasparro
Edge: 150 Reeds
Diameter: 30.61 millimeters
Weight: 11.50 grams
Mintage: 3,041,506
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 40% Silver, 60% Copper
Series: Kennedy Half Dollars 1964 to Date

1968-S Half Dollar (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6936.00
MS-68+21.00
MS-6816.00
MS-67+14.00
MS-6714.00
MS-66+12.00
MS-6612.00
MS-65+10.00
MS-6510.00
MS-64+8.00
MS-648.00
MS-63+7.00
MS-637.00
MS-62+6.00
MS-625.00
MS-615.00
MS-605.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State5.0036.0011.53

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1968 Kennedy Half Dollar. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1968-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike)5.0025.007.0015,000.00
1968-D Half Dollar TDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)N/AN/A55.00550.00
1968-S Half Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A5.0055.00
1968-S Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A6.0020,000.00
1968-S Half Dollar DDO FS-101 (Proof)16.0018.0024.00475.00
1968-S Half Dollar DDO FS-101 (FS-014), CAM (Proof)N/AN/A32.00500.00
1968-S Half Dollar DDR FS-801 (Proof)27.0040.0045.00800.00
1968-S Half Dollar DDR FS-801, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A100.002,200.00
1968-S Half Dollar DDR FS-801, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,500.002,500.00
1968-S Half Dollar Inverted Mintmark FS-511 (Proof)N/AN/A150.002,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1968-S Half Dollar (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$10.00

Lowest Sale Price
$978.00

Highest Sale Price
$130.57

Average Sale Price
$74.00

Most Recent Sale Price
21

Number of Sales
$2,742.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7082.0082.0082.00
MS-6915.00112.0042.95
MS-687.00153.0039.00
MS-6710.00978.00130.57
MS-668.0020.0012.67
MS-6512.00165.0049.89
MS-647.00960.00138.50
MS-637.001,725.00453.75
MS-6110.0010.0010.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1968-S Half Dollar (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-61 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-63 having the highest max price $1,725.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1968-S Half Dollar (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1968-S Half Dollar (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 50.00% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 38.89% / 8.33% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1968-S Half Dollar (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions960.0007/05/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0008/19/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0009/18/2019
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC17.0011/25/2018
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0008/26/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0007/11/2017
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections11.0010/05/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections10.0009/14/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0005/18/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections165.0003/23/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections40.5503/23/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections12.0003/16/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections26.0003/02/2014
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections7.0002/02/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections12.0001/26/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections13.0001/19/2014
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections495.0011/17/2013
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions153.0010/28/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections18.0010/13/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions74.0008/08/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections45.0008/04/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections24.0007/21/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions70.0007/08/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections13.0007/07/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections13.0007/07/2013
MS-63ANACSGreat Collections10.0006/30/2013
MS-61ANACSGreat Collections10.0006/30/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections10.0002/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections35.0002/17/2013
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections9.0012/09/2012
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions940.0011/29/2012
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections7.0007/22/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections112.0007/01/2012
MS-67ANACSGreat Collections13.0003/18/2012
MS-68ANACSGreat Collections20.0003/18/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections13.0011/27/2011
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections31.0009/11/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections21.0006/26/2011
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers805.0002/02/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0001/04/2010
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions431.0012/03/2009
MS-65ICGHeritage Auctions81.0012/15/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0012/01/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC29.0011/20/2008
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions1,725.0009/01/2008
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC21.0007/03/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions66.0005/28/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7.0001/22/2007
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers978.0006/01/2005
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0012/19/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0012/19/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0010/27/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions9.0010/27/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions82.0008/11/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0006/02/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0006/02/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0006/02/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0011/19/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0008/20/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/21/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0005/05/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0001/22/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0011/05/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0010/29/2002
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions17.0007/16/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0010/17/2001
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions14.0002/01/2001
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions16.0002/01/2001
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions37.0001/11/2001
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions41.0001/11/2001
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0001/04/2001