USA ½ dollar Barber Half Dollar 1909
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | ½ dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 116 |
| Mintage | 650 |
| 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
Proof sales got a boost in 1909 due to collector interest in the new Lincoln Cent. While the minor coins could be purchased as a pair, avoiding the expense of the silver issues, it appears that more than the usual number of buyers opted for the five-coin set. Gems of the 1909 proof half dollar are more available than for the several years preceding. In addition, a higher percentage of this date's production displays sufficient contrast between fields and devices to be certified as Cameo. This would remain true of the silver proofs through the end of the Barber series.Read More
