📜 1896‑S Barber Half Dollar – NGC VF Details (OBV SCRATCHED, CLEANED)

Key Date • San Francisco Mint • Only 1,140,948 Struck

Up for auction is a 1896‑S Barber Half Dollar, authenticated and graded by NGC as VF Details (Obverse Scratched, Cleaned). This is a major key date in the Barber half series and one of the most sought‑after San Francisco issues.

This listing includes 9 total images:

• 4 images taken by NGC (professional grading photos)
• 4 images taken on an iPad under incandescent lighting to show real in‑hand appearance
• 1 image from the 2027 Red Book showing the current VF‑20 price for a problem‑free example
• If you need different images from a different angle please let me know.

 

💰 Pricing Advantage

The 2027 Red Book lists a problem‑free VF‑20 1896‑S Barber Half Dollar at $800.

This auction starts at $360, which is:

• 55% below the Red Book VF‑20 price
• Lower than the F‑12 price of $415
• More than two grades below VF‑20 (VF‑20 → F‑15 → F‑12 → your starting bid)

If you’ve been waiting for an affordable example of this key date, this is a strong opportunity.

🪙 Coin Details

• Date: 1896
• Mint: San Francisco (S)
• Grade: NGC VF Details
• Designation: Obverse Scratched, Cleaned
• Holder: No cracks, chips, or distracting marks
• Authenticity: Guaranteed by NGC

The coin retains solid VF detail and presents well despite the noted impairments. All images are provided so you can judge the coin’s appearance for yourself.

📦 Shipping & Returns

• Seller pays for shipping
• Returns accepted if not satisfied (coin must be returned in its original NGC holder)
• Questions welcome — I try my best to respond quickly and clearly