USA ½ dollar Barber Half Dollar 1906
USA, New Orleans
Rarity
Common
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | ½ dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 116 |
| Mintage | 2,446,000 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.8 mm |
| diameter | 30.6 mm |
| weight | 12.5 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
IN GOD WE TRUST
Reverse:
Coat of arms
Description:
Eagle (heraldry)
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
E PLURIBUS UNUM
HALF DOLLAR
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
As is true with all New Orleans half dollars in the 20th Century, many examples are poorly struck. A few of these display "mumps," a sinking of the obverse die that resulted in a raised area around Liberty's neck and jaw. Mint State pieces are somewhat scarce, though a fair number have been certified as gems. There may be some duplication in these figures. Circulated examples are plentiful in lower-mid grades, but they become more elusive at the XF and AU levels. No varieties are known for 1906-O.Read More
