This 1908-O Barber Half Dollar was struck at the New Orleans Mint in 90% silver.
Condition & Photos
Circulated gray surfaces show wear across Liberty’s portrait and the eagle. The date, rim lettering, stars, and several wreath leaves remain visible. Darker fields contrast with lighter raised details, with scattered surface marks. 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.
Liberty wears a wreath and headband on the obverse. A heraldic eagle with shield appears on the reverse.
Coin Details
- Year: 1908
- Mint: New Orleans
- Mint Mark: O on reverse
- Denomination: 50 Cents
- Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
- Original Mint Weight: 12.50 grams
- Original Silver Content: 0.36169 troy oz (circulation wear can reduce actual content)
- Strike / Finish: Business strike
- Designer: Charles E. Barber
- Certification: None — raw, uncertified
- Included: One coin
- SKU: BH0014
Collector Significance
This New Orleans issue represents a mint that ceased producing coins in 1909, making it an appealing addition to a Barber half dollar or mintmark collection.