The U.S. 1967 Half Dollar coin, designed by Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparro, featured John F. Kennedy’s portrait and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. Struck in 40% silver, it was part of the ongoing series honoring Kennedy after his assassination in 1963. The coin emerged during the Vietnam War era, marked by political unrest and social change in the U.S.
The 1967 Half Dollar was minted amidst the civil rights movement and growing anti-war sentiment. The 40% silver composition reflected a shift in coinage due to rising silver costs. The design continued to symbolize Kennedy’s legacy while adapting to economic pressures and political divisions of the 1960s.