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They were never pure silver, but all half dollars (as well as dimes and quarters) 1964 and earlier are 90% silver.
In 1913, the U.S. minted cents, nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars, as well as the gold quarter, half, and double eagle.
In 1968 the Kennedy half dollars were still struck in 40% silver so it has the silver value only, about $2.50. The gold plating was NOT done at the Mint and adds nothing to the value.
This is an alter coin and was not done at the mint. It is worth only its silver value which is around $14-$16.
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