1912 50C US Barber Half Dollar

1912 50C US Barber Half Dollar

The Barber half dollar is a coin that was minted in the United States from 1892 to 1915. It was designed by Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint at the time. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Liberty with a laurel wreath, while the reverse side shows an eagle with outstretched wings. 

The Barber half dollar got its name from Charles Barber, as he also designed the Barber dime and the Barber quarter. During its years of production the Barber half dollar was minted in Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and New Orleans. 

The Barber half dollar had a composition of 90% silver and 10% copper, with a weight of 12.5 grams. It has a diameter of 30.6 millimeters. 

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