$1 FV 90% Silver Barber Half Dollars - VF

This $1 face value lot contains 2 Barber Half Dollars, each struck in 90% silver between 1892 and 1915, and graded in Very Fine (VF) condition. These coins show moderate wear but retain strong definition in key design elements—especially in Liberty's wreath and the eagle's feathers. A favorite among collectors seeking vintage silver with solid visual detail, VF Barber Halves represent a sweet spot between affordability and historic eye appeal.

Historical Insight:

The Barber Half Dollar was designed by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber and circulated during a period of rapid industrial change in America. VF examples offer collectors a refined balance of design preservation and authentic historical wear. Whether you're building a higher-grade type set or adding early 20th-century silver to your stack, these VF Barber halves offer strong numismatic character along with guaranteed silver content.

Highlights:

• Face Value: $1 USD (2 half dollars per lot)
• Dates: Random (1892-1915)
• Condition: Very Fine (VF) - clear details, bold rims, light to moderate wear
• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.715 troy oz per $1 face value
• Mint Marks: Varies (Philadelphia, San Francisco, New Orleans, or Denver)
• Obverse: Liberty faces right, crowned with a laurel wreath and wearing a Phrygian cap. The word "LIBERTY" on the headband is typically visible, with crisp facial features and a fully outlined profile.
• Reverse: A heraldic eagle stands boldly with outstretched wings, clutching arrows and an olive branch. Feather detail remains visible, with legible motto and denomination.