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The half dollars designed by Charles Barber from 1892-1915 were decidedly unpopular during their day. The coins were considered less attractive than their Seated predecessors and they did not wear well. That is, they looked really unattractive wen worn down, and this series was well circulated. Most key dates in the Barber half series are inexpensive in lower grades for this reason. The series has since become quite popular with collectors.
Obverse Description
Portrait of Liberty surrounded by 6 stars on the left periphery and 7 stars on the right. IN GOD WE TRUST is inscribed at the top with the date positioned at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
The heraldic eagle holding the symbolic olive branches and arrows is centered in the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR around the periphery. A ribbon in the eagle's beak bears the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. 13 stars appear in the field above the eagle's head. Mintmark, if any, is positioned under the eagles tail feathers, above the D in DOLLAR.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6642
Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1897
Reverse Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF DOLLAR, E PLURIBUS UNUM
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
12.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.475 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3617 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
30.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1897
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
731
Coinage Type:
Liberty head (Barber) half dollar
Coinage Years:
1892-1915
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6544
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Coin Value History
1897 50c PR
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1897 50c PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$12,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $9,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1897 50C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (60/50). Mintage 731. ...
$2,280
1897 50C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (50/109). Mintage 731. ...
$960
1897 50C PR62 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (37/156). NGC Census: (19/186). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 7...
$930
1897 50C PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population: (10/192). NGC Census: (9/206). CDN: $550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 731....
$576
1897 50C PR67 PCGS. ...
$4,560
1897 50C PR65 NGC. ...
$1,560
1897 50C PR68 PCGS. CAC. ...
$30,550
1897 50C PR60 NGC. NGC Census: (0/211). PCGS Population (5/189). Mintage: 731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/P...
$499
1897 50C Proof PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests Questionable/Artificial Toning as the reason, or perhap...
$632
1897 50C PR66 NGC. Seemingly deserving of a Cameo ...
$3,105
1897 50C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (59/50 and 0/1+). NGC Census: (67/83 and 1/0+). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64...
$1,500
1897 50C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (36/150). PCGS Population: (49/109). CDN: $780 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 731. ...
$870
1897 50C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/156). NGC Census: (19/186). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 731. ...
$660
1897 50C PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (8/210). PCGS Population (9/185). Mintage: 731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/P...
$588
1897 50C PR67 PCGS. ...
$3,360
1897 50C PR65 NGC. CAC. ...
$5,170
1897 50C PR68 PCGS. CAC. ...
$11,162
1897 50C PR60 Details, Improperly Cleaned, NCS. The lower ...
$437
1897 50C PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests Artificial Color as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons...
$374
1897 50C PR66 PCGS. This superbly toned example is also ...
$6,440
Barber Half Dollar 50c 1892-1915 PR [Type]
Worth: $330 – $33,600
1892 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1893 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1894 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1895 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1896 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1898 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1899 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $33,600
1900 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1901 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1902 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1903 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1904 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1905 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $10,200
1906 50c PR
Worth: $330 – $11,200
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