1894 (O) Barber Half Dollar
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$82,250 MS68 05-26-2022 Legend Rare Coin Auctions
Description
The 1894 (O) Barber Half Dollar was struck at the New Orleans Mint as a half dollar in the Barber Half Dollars 1892-1915 series. With a mintage of 2.1 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 29% of production. The obverse features Liberty facing right wearing a Phrygian cap topped by a laurel wreath, with the word LIBERTY on a headband and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM. Struck during the Gilded Age of rapid industrialization and the great silver debates, when monetary policy shaped elections and economic destiny. Coined at the New Orleans Mint, which served the nation's southern economy from 1838 to 1909 and produced coins prized for their regional character. Estimated market value ranges from $66 to $1.6K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 12.5 grams, 30 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #6469.
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