The 1897 Barber Quarter was struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 90% silver.
Condition & Photos
This coin is heavily circulated and has a prominent obverse gouge/puncture with surrounding surface damage. The damage left the coin slightly bent. Additional wear, scratches, and discoloration are visible on both sides. This is a damaged coin and no numerical grade is assigned.
Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition of the coin being offered. The coin pictured is the coin you will receive.
Coin Details
- Year: 1897
- Mint / Mint Mark: Philadelphia (no mint mark)
- Denomination: 25 Cents
- Mintage: 8,140,000 circulation strikes
- Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
- Designer: Charles E. Barber
- SKU: BQ0002
Collector Significance
An affordable, clearly dated Barber quarter for a type collection, damaged-coin collection, or silver holding.