The US 2015 Half Dollar coin, designed by Gilroy Roberts, features a portrait of John F. Kennedy. This coin was minted during a time of political reflection, as the U.S. continued to honor Kennedy’s legacy. The coin’s copper-nickel composition reflected the ongoing use of more affordable metals in U.S. coinage, responding to rising costs of precious metals.
Politically, the 2015 Half Dollar marked the 50th anniversary of Kennedys death, a significant moment in American history. Roberts’ design maintained the connection to Kennedy’s image, while the metal composition reflected economic trends, focusing on durability and cost-effectiveness in U.S. minting.