As of May, 2024, a 1987-D Half Dollar in circulated condition is worth between $1.00 and $10.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $5.00 and $2,650.00, 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 $3,055.00 in the 10/29/2015 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: 11.30 grams
Mintage: 2,890,758
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center

1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-682,650.00
MS-67+260.00
MS-6755.00
MS-66+42.00
MS-6635.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6515.00
MS-64+11.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+9.00
MS-639.00
MS-62+7.00
MS-627.00
MS-616.00
MS-605.00
AU-58+1.00
AU-581.00
AU-55+1.00
AU-551.00
AU-53+1.00
AU-531.00
AU-50+1.00
AU-501.00
XF-45+1.00
XF-451.00
XF-401.00
VF-351.00
VF-301.00
VF-251.00
VF-201.00
F-151.00
F-121.00
VG-101.00
VG-81.00
G-61.00
G-41.00
AG-31.00
FR-210.00
PO-110.00

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 State5.002,650.00209.40
About Uncirculated1.001.001.00
Extremely Fine1.001.001.00
Fine and Very Fine1.001.001.00
Good and Very Good1.001.001.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good1.0010.007.00

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 1987 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1987-P Half Dollar (Regular Strike)1.0010.005.004,150.00
1987-S Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A2.0042.00

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.

1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike) – 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

$21.00

Lowest Sale Price
$81.00

Highest Sale Price
$43.00

Average Sale Price
$49.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$731.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-681,997.503,055.002,545.83
MS-67+216.00216.00216.00
MS-6721.0081.0043.00
MS-669.0046.0017.89
MS-65+9.0014.0010.80
MS-647.0011.009.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $3,055.00.

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 1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike) coin. Great Collections dominates with 51.35% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / David Lawrence RC with 37.84% / 10.81% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1987-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike) 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-67+NGCHeritage Auctions216.0011/07/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0009/22/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,997.5009/07/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0010/29/2015
MS-66NGCGreat Collections20.0008/31/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0008/05/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections43.0007/13/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections30.0006/08/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections9.0005/18/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections10.0005/18/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections11.0004/27/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections31.0003/16/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections20.0002/16/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections30.0001/19/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections31.0001/12/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0012/22/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections40.0011/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections55.0010/13/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections40.0009/08/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections40.0008/18/2013
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections14.0004/21/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections13.0007/01/2012
MS-64NGCGreat Collections11.0004/22/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections13.0006/05/2011
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC10.0012/20/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0009/24/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0011/26/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0007/12/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0011/06/2006
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC9.0001/02/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0006/26/2005
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions7.0011/03/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC81.0009/27/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0005/05/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0004/28/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0004/28/2002