Barber Dimes, Quarters and Half Dollars

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Launching a Barber coinage price list is possible due to acquiring the Maine Collection of Barber sets and also focusing on choice eye appealing coins to enhance the listing. Please check back as I selective acquire top quality Barber coins for your consideration........Gerry Fortin

There are 49 Coins for Sale. New coin(s) added on May 25, 2023

Photo Denom Date Grade TPG GFRC Rating Price Description Buy
Barber 10C 1892 10C 1892
MS64+ PCGS
31334399
Gem HOLD
$475
Gem Eye Appeal, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels. A marvelous 1892 Barber dime for type. Radiant luster has a frosted texture while the cartwheels are most vibrant under angled lighting. This little piece screams eye appeal with GFRC images accurately illustrating the coloration along with a single tick on the cheek. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
Barber 10C 1893 10C 1893
MS65
PCGS
16938928
Gem $1085 Superb Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Swirling Cartwheels, CAC Approval. Barber dime mintage saw a dramatic reduction during the 1893 production year with most entering circulation rather than being saved as a first year of design issue. The 1893 CAC approved population also shows a sharp decrease from 216 to only 46. This 1893 offering is an obvious gem with rich frosty luster and swirling cartwheels. Obverse toning is mostly olive-gold with some variegated patterns. Reverse toning is exceptional with peripheral gold and lighted shades at the center. The slightest chatter in the right obverse field accounts for the assigned grade though eye appeal is superior. There is a small cud on Liberty's cap near ST(A)TES that will identify the die. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. CDN CAC guide is presently $1090.
Barber 10C 1893 10C 1893
MS63 PCGS
39354068
Gem $450 Superb Eye Appeal, Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Hammered Strike. A thoroughly pleasing 1893 Philly strike with rich frosted luster and swirling cartwheels that amplify the multi-color toning. Light obverse center rose is framed by an aquamarine ring with thin peripheral gold at the denticles. Varying shades of gold from yellow to copper-gold are seen on the reverse. A gem at the certified gray and guaranteed to illicit a few wows upon arrival. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Barber 10C 1893O 10C 1893-O
MS64 PCGS
05124522
Choice $1200 New May 2! Granular Frosted Luster, Light Gold Toning, Choice Surfacesl, New Orleans Collection. A second year Barber design issue with a meager 1,760,000 pieces struck. Mint State certified survivors peak at MS63 with only 28 at the MS64 level. In full gem, this date is quite rare. The New Orleans Collection is releasing a near-gem example that is housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder as are many of this consignor's coins. Luster is unquestionably frosted due to granular mint bloom on the obverse while the reverse tends to the steely side of things. Light greenish-gold toning is more prevalent on the obverse. Strike is complete with several obverse die cracks. Most notable is a die crack from STAT(ES) through top feathers and into (OF). A pleasing example overall at a fair price.
Barber 10C 1898 10C 1898
AU58 PCGS
43241925
Choice $175 Splendid Eye Appeal, Brilliant Satiny Luster, Eroded Dies. A lovely 1898 Barber dime struck from hevily eroded dies resulting in brilliant luster with a satiny texture. Angled lightling also exposes vibrant cartwheels. Toning adds more character. Another offering from the "top of the ladder" of a recently purchased color collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder.
Barber 10C 1899O 10C 1899-O
EF45 PCGS
13336982
Choice $185 New April 26! Better Date, Golden-Gray, Choice Overall, New Orleans Collection. Golden shades are overlaid on the grayish surfaces. Steely luster is more evident on the reverse due to limited toning. Choice overall and certainly acceptable for the certified grade. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Barber 10C 1901O 10C 1901-O
EF45 PCGS
11519326
Original $110 Old Album Toning, Near-Choice Original, New Orleans Collection. Bright light viewing is where this 1901-O circulated Barber dime excels. Angled lighting exposes rose and blues on the obverse while the reverse sports a rainbow periphery. A very nice piece overall. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Barber 10C 1901S 10C 1901-S
EF45
PCGS
19579798
Choice $925 Challenging Date, Superb Eye Appeal, Pristine Surfaces, Light Wear . This better date 1901-S Barber certainly has the eye appeal credentials with its golden gray patina and steely reflective surfaces. Under a bright light, the peripheral aquamarine-gold rings are that much more pronounced. An exciting date as the mintage is slightly less than 600,000 resulting in scarcity throughout the circulated grades. In terms of CAC approval, this example sits at the distribution mid-point with 24 lower and 20 higher. The issue is that prices begin to rapidly accelerate in AU or higher rending this offering as a compelling yet wise choice. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 10C 1904S 10C 1904-S
AU58
PCGS
24104152
Choice $1500 Very Scace and Challenging CAC Approved, None Finer Through MS64. 1904 San Francisco strikes are scarce due to low mintage and heavy circulation up through the Depression Era. In Mint State, none are CAC approved until the MS64 or better level. The lone three CAC approved AU58s are the only alternatives for those seeking a choice specimen at fair value. This fresh offering is one of the three AU58s with green bean approval. Fields exhibit steely surfaces that are entirely without abrasions. Strike is thoroughly executed on both sides with the reverse being quite impressive in terms of minute wreath details. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2011-2013) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 10C 1905O 10C 1905-O
Micro O
AU53 PCGS
13386836
Choice HOLD
$1250
New May 16! Sacarce and Popular Variety, Natural Coin Gray, Choice Surfaces, New Orleans Collection. The Barber dime Micro O is the major die variety of the series and results from the usage of a quarter denomination mintmark being erroneously placed on a dime reverse die. Yes, the quarter mintmark is rounded and 1/2 the size of the more oval dime mintmark. This variety quickly enjoys a strong premium is higher circulated grades. The New Orleans collection has released two examples with this offering being the higher graded at AU53. I like this piece a lot for its natural coin gray toning and unblemished surfaces. It was sent to CAC where it did not sticker as a borderline coin on grading. Fairly priced and ready for a new home. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Barber 10C 1905O 10C 1905-O
Micro O
VF25 PCGS
13624429
Choice $300 New May 16! Micro O, Mid-Circulated Grade, Strictly Original, New Orleans Collection. The Micro O remains as the most popular die variety in the dime series and nicely rounds out GFRC Barber inventory. This mid-circulated grade example presents mottled gray toning on the obverse while olive tinted gray covers the reverse. Surfaces are steely and fully original. Also submitted to CAC without approval but the fact that it was sent means the coin is strong in my eyes. Another New Orleans Collection offering that is fairly priced. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Barber 10C 1909 10C 1909
MS65 NGC
3312073005
Gem $425 New May 10! Granular Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Pristine Surfaces. This is a gem 1909 Barber dime with just struck natural surfaces and granular frosted luster. Bright light review exposes frosted luster and swirling cartwheels along with a touch of gold toning, mostly on the obverse. Surfaces are pristine and entirely blemish free while the strike is complete. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
Barber 25C 1892 25C 1892
MS65
PCGS
44945961
Gem $835 Superb Eye Appeal, Reverse Mounted Forward, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Sooner Collection. This 1892 Barber quarter is an unquestionable gem regardless of the uneven obverse toning. The reverse is mounted forward to showcase is brilliant frosted luster that amplifiers its rose-orange centers surrounded by peripheral gray-blue. Bright light viewing is a joy as the cartwheel action is vibrant and pleasing. Obverse toning is a combination of copper gold and edge grays. The luster and cartwheels are consistent on both sides. Strike is hammered with no blemishes worthy of mention. If seeking a distinctive Barber quarter for type, this Sooner Collection release is a riveting candidate. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1892 25C 1892
MS63 PCGS
19095404
Choice $415 Perfect for Type, Sparkling Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Eye Appeal of Higher Grade. Sparkling frosted luster and vibrant cartwheels will assuredly please the new owner. Eye appeal is above average for the grade. All devices are intricately detailed by a full strike. Dies are a bit worn at this stage with metal flows into the denticles. Images accurately capture the coloration. A wonderful additional to a growing type set. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder.
Barber 25C 1892 25C 1892
MS60 NGC
2654490015
Choice $235 Frosted Luster, First Rate Eye Appeal for Type, Light Rub. MS60 has always been an odd grade, especially for earlier silver type coins. This lovely 1892 Barber quarter has been certified as MS60, but in reality should be in an AU58 holder and is priced accordingly. Frosted luster is consistent on both sides with varying grayish shades. A 10x inspection confirm light rub on the cheek though the overall eye appeal is first rate. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
Barber 25C 1896O 25C 1896-O
MS65
PCGS
06866778
Gem HOLD
$7000
New May 7! Gem Original, New Orleans Collection.. This GFRC-rated Gem is among the condition census at CAC, with just three pieces finer in the CAC population report. The 1896-O is already one of the keys in the New Orleans Barber quarter series, and the stellar preservation of this example creates a compelling combination of rarity and exceptional condition. A fine mist of light russet patina overlay the brilliant, unmarked surfaces of the present piece, and the in-hand "pop" is readily apparent. CAC has certified 50 examples total, with two at MS66 and a single coin at MS67. The CAC price guide value is $7,500. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1896O 25C 1896-O
VF35 PCGS
3507230
Original $450 Semi-Key Date, Steely Surfaces, Gray-Blue Toning, Lakeland Collection. The first better New Orleans date in the Barber quarter series with mintage of 1,484,000. Early Barber quarters circulated heavily in the southern states leaving limited choice survivors for today's collectors. This example features steely fields that are essentially unabraded. Obverse toning is mostly peripheral golden blue while the reverse is best described as golden with mottled gray highlights. Yet another fine offering from the Lakeland Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder.
Barber 25C 1898O 25C 1898-O
VF30 PCGS
19931877
Choice $250 New May 20! Semi-Scarce Date, Natrually Preserved Surfaces, New Orleans Collection. A pre-turn of the century New Orleans issue that circulated heavily. Regardless of a mintage of over 1.8 million, PCGS populations are very low double digits in all grades. Semi-scarce with a rapidly increasing grade premiums. This New Orleans offering is evenly worn and accurately graded. Both sides are toned a consistent golden gray with the usual deeper shades at the rims. There are a few micro lines that are more than consistent with the grade. Choice overall and pleasing. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Barber 25C 1900S 25C 1900-S
AU53
PCGS
42179905
Choice $450 Superb Eye Appeal, Steely Frosted Luster, Dazzling Cartwheels, CAC Approval. A better late date San Francisco strike that brings eye appeal of a higher grade. Brilliant steely luster and swirling cartwheels are instantaneous eye catching during angled lighting inspection. This piece would garner a gem quality rating is not for some rub lines at the lower right neck. The reverse is a full MS63 in terms of wear and luster. Obverse toning is mostly rose-gray with a partial blue arc while the reverse has a much most noticeable ring of yellow gold and aquamarine. Guaranteed to please the new owner. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) with CAC approval. The label documents the Joseph J. Haney Collection.
Barber 25C 1901O 25C 1901-O
AU58 PCGS
26811648
Choice $3500 Semi-Key Date, Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Choice Surfaces, Twin Lakes Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. The little sister to the rare 1901-S but still not to be underestimated in terms of collecting challenge in better grades. GFRC welcomes this choice example to the price list courtesy of the Twin Lakes Collection. This is an evenly frosted piece with the resulting granular textured luster plus vibrant cartwheels. Strike is completely executed. Thought the mintage amounted to 1,612,000, PCGS has certified only 7 at the offered grade. An important opportunity for Everyman collectors to add a quality semi-key date to their holdings. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder.
Barber 25C 1904 25C 1904
AU53
NGC
3892405007
Choice $195 Gun Metal Gray-Blue Patina, Bright Light Eye Appeal, Choice Surfaces, CAC Approval. A most attractive 1904 Barber quarter with coveted CAC approval. In-hand gray toning shifts to colorful blue centers surrounded by rose and peripheral gold. Fields retain steely reflective surfaces and luster. Overall, a very pretty piece that is sure to please the new owner. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert along with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1906D 25C 1906-D
MS62 NGC
606863006
Choice $335 Golden-Gray Patina, Steely Fields, Moderate Luster . An unquestionably original 1906 Denver struck Barber quarter with steely luster. As is so often seen on silver coinage, the obverse toning is deeper with intermixed golden-gray patina. The lighter toned reverse is more transparent to the available luster. Strike is completely executed while the surfaces are choice. An attractive Barber quarter that is housed in older NGC Gen 7 (1997-2000) holder. No CAC attempt for this perfectly original offering.
Barber 25C 1907D 25C 1907-D
MS63
NGC
133746001
Choice $850 Better Grade, Golden Aquamarone-Gray, Frosted Luster, CAC Approval. 1907-D Barber quarter mintage totaled close to 2.5 million that year but the nearly of choice Mint State survivors is surprisingly low. The CAC population tells the tale with only 3 at the offered grade and 18 finer. I'm pleased to be offering an attractive example that is not well illustrated by the images. This piece has frosted luster and vibrants cartwheels that more than consistent with the certified grade. Completely struck with bold wingtips, tail feathers and distinct claws. If CAC approved Barber quarters are your thing, please check this one out carefully. Housed in pristine Gen 4 (1989-1992) no line Fatty brown label holder with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1909D 25C 1909-D
MS64 PCGS
34376368
Choice $465 Attractive Rose-Blue Coloring, Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Tons of Eye Appeal. 1909-D Barber quarters are far from scarce in today's marketplace. When on the hunt, originality and eye appeal should be the primary concerns. GFRC has added this attractively toned specimen for that reason. Original surfaces are covered with a thin layer of mint frost that becomes brilliant under a light source. Cartwheel action is consistent with the certified grade. Both sides are toned with center rose and peripheral blues. Strike is a tad soft at the centers. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Barber 25C 1913D 25C 1913-D
AU55 PCGS
38719232
Choice $250 Choice Original, Frosted Luster, Crusty Olive-Gold. A perfectly original 1913 Denver strike with uniform olive-gold skin. Surfaces are entirely unabraded other than a toned over line on the reverse right wing. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Barber 25C 1913S 25C 1913-S
G06
PCGS OGH
4819401
Choice $2150 Key Date, Natural Surfaces, Shades of Gray, Choice Original, Quito Collection. One of the foremost rarities across Barber coinage, the 1913-S quarter date is only exceed by the 1901-S series top key. Most survivors will be found in the lower circulated grades as is the case with this Quito Collection release. A well worn example but with natural coin gray coloration and essentially unabraded surfaces. An excellent entry point to fill that collection hole until a more substantial upgrade can be located. Housed in PCGS Gen 3.1 (1993-1998) old green holder with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1915D 25C 1915-D
MS62
PCGS
35962642
Choice $385 Silky Frosted Luster, Ample Cartwheels, Champagne-Gold Coloration, Bold Strike. GFRC images for this lovely 1915-D Barber quarter are a tad on the darker side. Rather, placing this coin under a bright light releases silky frosted luster along with lighter champagne-gold coloration. The cartwheels are vibrant and pleasing. This piece is so close to a hammered strike designation with high relief motifs. Only the right facing claws lacks full definition. A pretty piece that is fairly priced. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1916D 25C 1916-D
MS64
NGC
3457124001
Choice $495 Near-Gem, Sparkling Frosted Luster, Rich Peripheral Gold, CAC Approval. Considerable eye appeal is to be had with this near-gem 1916-D Barber quarter. Surfaces radiate ample amounts of sparkling frosty luster plus vibrant cartwheels. Golden hues cover both sides with darker shades at the peripheries. A single and well hidden abrasion on the cheek holds this piece back from full gem certification. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
Barber 25C 1916D 25C 1916-D
AU55 PCGS
24602416
Choice $235 Final Year Design Issue, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels. Lustrous surfaces appear frosted during bright light viewing along with exciting cartwheel action. The overall eye appeal is thoroughly pleasing. Strike is close to complete. A few scattered contact marks are note for completeness. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder.
Barber 50C 1892 50C 1892
AU58
NGC
6447609006
Gem $700 New May 7! Gem Original, Black Point Collection.. Following a 62-year run of Liberty Seated half dollars, the Barber half made it's debut in 1892. This first-year of issue example exhibits sandy gray patina with highlights of blue-green color. The strike is all there, with fully formed stars and inner feather detail, while original Mint bloom remains evident in the protected areas. The CAC population is 195 pieces in all grades, with a price guide value of $686 in AU58. Housed in a new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1894S 50C 1894-S
EF45 PCGS
32537187
Choice $385 Attractive Old Album Toning, Original Surfaces, Accurately Graded, Huge Eye Appeal. An eye appealing early date Barber half that offers outstanding old album toning. The obverse on this 1894 San Francisco strike lights up under a light source gold and aquamarine circular toning that nicely transition to rose centers. Reverse coloring is mostly golden with some deep blues above the star cluster. Strike is complete. There is faint obverse micro chatter seen under a 10x loupe but all completely toned over and of no consequence. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) Gold Shield holder.
Barber 50C 1895O 50C 1895-O
MS64
PCGS
25050300
Choice $3500 New May 7! Near-Gem Original, New Orleans Collection.. Charles Barber's 1892 quarter and half dollar coinage designs reintroduced the Great Seal, the principal national symbol, to the American public. The emblem is better exhibited by the half dollar reverse, which provided additional workspace for the multiple elements. The frosty surfaces of this example reveal generous luster, which complements the antique silver patina on both sides. Halos of light russet color frame the central figures, and the eye appeal is compelling. CAC notes 42 pieces in all grades, with six pieces finer. The CAC price guide value is $3,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1897 50C 1897
MS63 NGC
4751403001
Choice $1150 New April 5! Early Date, Soft Granular Frosted Luster, Fully Choice, Black Point Collection. The 1892 and 1897 Philadelphia dates are most commonly consider for type given their general availability. The Black Point Collection is back with a strong offering of Barber halves including this 1897 strike. Surfaces are entirely choice while bright light viewing exposes soft granular frosted luster. Light rose along with gray-gold hues decorate the obverse with green and orange shades further enhancing the reverse. Strike is 100% executed with sharply defined wingtips and tail feathers. A strong candidate for an advanced type set. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
Barber 50C 1898 50C 1898
AU55
PCGS
13587733
Choice $650 New May 7! Near-Gem Original, Black Point Collection.. Ample remaining luster highlights russet patina in the stars and legend, and the overall eye appeal is pleasing. Stars are fully impressed and rise well above the plane of the planchet. This example would serve well in a type set, or, for the more ambitious, a full date and mintmark set of Barber halves might be contemplated. In any case, opportunities to acquire CAC-approved examples occur infrequently, as CAC notes only 49 pieces in all grade levels. The CAC price guide value is $515 at the AU55 level. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1898S 50C 1898-S
EF45
NGC
2126593015
Choice HOLD
$600
New May 7! Choice Original, Black Point Collection.. Deep gray patina fills the obverse fields of this San Francisco piece, while the reverse is more lightly shaded and reveals additional gold color above the eagle. A distinct mintmark tilts noticeably to the right. This is not a scarce coin, with a mintage of nearly 2.4 million pieces, but the situation is more challenging when considering CAC approval. Indeed, the CAC population is only 31 examples in all grades, with 14 coins finer. The CAC price guide is $546. Housed in a new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1900 50C 1900
AU58 NGC
6062509009
Original $595 New April 5! Steely Frosted Luster, Light Gray-Gold, Black Point Collection. A popular turn of the century date that showcases steely surfaces with hints of frosty sparkles. The flat appearance on the GFRC images is contrary to bright light viewing experience. Under my office desk lamp, this piece radiates reflective luster that is quite pleasing. The reverse is covered with a semi-transparent layer of orange that adds an eye appeal twist. A strictly original example at a fair offer price. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
Barber 50C 1901 50C 1901
MS65
PCGS
10566933
Gem $2650 New May 7! Gem Original, Black Point Collection.. Fully original skin blankets both sides of this GFRC-rated Gem and reveals rose and silver centers that lead toward smoky gray patina at the periphery. Gem luster penetrates the medium skin and the corresponding flash is easily evident. In-hand eye appeal is exceptional, and the buyer will not be disappointed. CAC has certified 80 examples total, with just four coins finer, two at MS66 and two at MS67. The CAC price guide value is $2,750. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1902 50C 1902
AU58 PCGS
43261201
Choice $650 New April 23! Super Eye Appeal, Swirling Steely Cartwheels, Choice Surfaces, Black Point Collection. Though this superb 1902 Barber half is not CAC approved, I'm fearless and calling a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. Contrary to many of the halves in the new Black Point consignment, this piece is partially mirrored rather than exhibiting soft granular frost. Cartwheels are vibrant while a 10x check verified faint rub on the cheek and lower bust. Bottom line, the light mirrors and peripheral copper-gold toning tender an enjoyable viewing experience. This one has been graded properly and is housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
Barber 50C 1902O 50C 1902-O
EF40
PCGS
33391182
Choice $475 New May 7! Choice Original.. The 1902-O Barber half represents another low-population issue in the CAC census, with 36 pieces total reported. This example features uniform rose-grey patina atop the central devices, surrounded by deeper shades in the obverse stars. The reverse reveals circulated cameo effect, with gold and charcoal shades completely filling the recessed areas. The CAC price guide value is $422 in EF40. This is a lot of coin for the money, and the present offering will attract significant buyer attention. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1905O 50C 1905-O
MS64 PCGS
60140744
Choice $1975 Creamy Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Bright Light Eye Candy, New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder. Full description will be added if not sold at the Spring 2023 Whitman Baltimore. This piece is immediately available via price list.
Barber 50C 1906 50C 1906
MS64+
PCGS
39503931
Gem $1750 Gem Eye Appeal, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Dancing Cartwheels, Peripheral Toning, CAC Approval. If searching for a gem 1906 Barber half in better Mint State grades, this new offering warrants close review and consideration. This piece was added to inventory for its overall eye appeal driven by brilliant frosted luster, dancing cartwheels, and light peripheral gold and copper shading. Surfaces are essentially unabraded with the (+) grade degrade for faint luster breaks on the lower neck. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1908 50C 1908
AU55
PCGS
43029337
Choice $650 New May 7! Choice Original, Black Point Collection.. Emerald and sea-green patina fills both sides of this Philadelphia piece, along with crusty bits scattered on both sides. The survival of higher-grade business strikes of this era was somewhat a matter of chance, as most collectors of the period preferred to assemble runs of proof examples, which were sold by the Mint for a minimal markup. Conversely, the Mint today views the annual proof set as an opportunity to extract increasing sums from the collecting public. GFRC humbly suggests that classic coins such as the present example might represent a better collecting value. CAC notes 47 pieces in all grades, with a price guide value of $515 in AU55. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1908O 50C 1908-O
MS65
PCGS
43203577
Gem $2600 New May 7! Gem Original, Black Point Collection.. The 1908-O issue is surprisingly plentiful in the highest grades, with 12 pieces reported by CAC at the MS67 level, far more than any other coin in the Barber half series except the first year of issue 1892 Philadelphia issue. One suspects a roll or two was set aside at the time of production and carefully preserved for many decades. As a result, examples such as the present Gem piece become more accessible to a larger pool of collectors. This coin exhibits booming luster that reveals a medium spray of champagne color on the obverse, while the reverse features lilac-maroon patina in the fields, framed by bits of sea-green shading at the rim. The CAC population is 83 pieces total, with 23 coins finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,560. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1909 50C 1909
MS64
NGC
3572904007
Choice $1550 Creamy Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Hints of Gold Toning, Accurately Graded. This 1909 Barber half is far from a rarity but certainly brings on the eye appeal for those building an advanced type set. Granular textured surfaces radiate creamy frosted luster that is consistent on both sides. Cartwheels are active as expected for the certified grade. Strike is complete with high relief eagle wingtips and fully defined tail feathers and claws. Tiny ebony specks in the upper right obverse attest to the strict originality. Another 2022 Fall NH Coin Expo purchased that belonged on the GFRC price list. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1910S 50C 1910-S
F12
NGC
2037691067
Choice $160 New May 25! Eric P. Newman Collection, Choice Original, Old Paper Toning, Accurately Graded. 1910 San Francisco strikes are more challenging than the 1909-S and the 1913-1915 S Mint issues that complete the series. It is not, however, in the same rarity class as any of the earlier S Mint issues from 1892-1908, or the 1911-S. This example is accurately graded and housed in NGC brown label Eric P Newman - Col.' Green holder from the original Heritage November 2013 sale. Classic old paper envelope toning as found on a substantial portion of the Newman coins.
Barber 50C 1911 50C 1911
AU58
PCGS
35996446
Choice $650 New May 7! Choice Original, Black Point Collection.. Tan patina overlays a silver-gray obverse background, while the reverse is more lightly colored with a fine mist of emerald-green patina. A few crusty bits are evident on the reverse. The medium skin is unbroken and the originality is readily apparent. The CAC census notes 63 pieces in all grades with 32 coins at the Mint State level. The CAC price guide value is $640. This is a pleasing, well-detailed example at an accessible price point. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1912D 50C 1912-D
MS63
PCGS
1366989
Choice $1250 New May 4! Granular Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Superb Eye Appeal. This Running Boar 1912-D Barber half ranks as one of the finest PCGS MS63 graded examples that I've handled. The granular frosted luster is continuous on both sides and without a single visual distraction during bright light inspection. Cartwheels are vibrant too. Strike is 100% complete with elevated wing tips and deeply impressed tail feathers, claws and arrow shafts. A light gold patina nicely decorates both sides. Overall, a thoroughly pleasing example that easily justifies a JUST BUT IT NOW recommendation. Housed in PCGS 3.0 (1990-1993) old green holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1914 50C 1914
AU58
PCGS
43266155
Choice $2500 New May 7! Choice Original, Black Point Collection.. Production of Barber half dollars declined in the final years of the series, with less than 125,000 pieces produced by the Philadelphia Mint in this year. Most Philadelphia Barber halves are priced as type coins, but the 1913-1915 issues clearly stand apart from the others. This example features untoned centers with light russet toning in the stars and legend. Further hints of color are evident in the protected areas of the reverse. CAC has approved 100 examples total, with 17 coins finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,480. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
Barber 50C 1915S 50C 1915-S
VF20 PCGS
19172103
Choice $160 Final Year Issue, Coin Gray Toning, Choice Surfaces. Another VF grade level Barber half dollar survivor that warrants attention for a budget minded collection. Surfaces are fully original and toned with natural coin gray patina. Fields are entirely unabraded while ebony-gray "dirt" surrounds the primary devices. Worth of its GFRC Choice quality rating. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.