Barber Half Dollars Good
The Barber Half Dollar replaced the Seated Liberty coinage, by preference of the Mint Director, Edward Leech. After a failed attempt to offer a friendly competition among local artists, Leech resorted to Chief Engraver, William Barber, to come up with the design. Barber's design extended to the dime, quarter, and half dollar; being one of the only coin designs to serve on all currency. The Barber Half Dollar was minted from 1892-1916, before being replaced by the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Good condition contains an extreme amount of wear, with major details lacking altogether, such as Liberty's headpiece or the heraldic eagle's feathering. Good condition is the lowest grade of the Barber Half Dollars but still contains a readable date.