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1892-1915 Barber Half Dollar

1892-1915 Barber Half Dollar reference with U.S. Mint history, silver content, composition, weight, diameter, edge, designer, Krause number, obverse and re

1892-1915

United States

Half dollar

Circulating coin

90% silver, 10% copper

90%

0.3617 oz ASW

12.50 g

30.6 mm

2.15 mm

Reeded

Charles E. Barber

KM# 116

Varies by year and mint

Varies by issue; detailed mint-mark list intentionally left off this overview.

Calculated above

History: Barber half dollar series.

Obverse: Liberty head with cap and laurel wreath.

Reverse: Heraldic eagle with shield.

Barber Half Dollar collector reference

This page is a focused U.S. Mint coin reference for the 1892-1915 Barber Half Dollar. It is designed for collectors researching dates, metal composition, silver content, size, edge style, designer information, Krause number, and basic obverse and reverse design details.