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Barber Half Dollars

Barber Half Dollars

Along with a similarly redesigned dime and quarter, the Barber Half Dollar was introduced in 1892. The coins were all designed by Charles E. Barber, who was the current Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. The obverse of the coin depicts Liberty facing right, wearing a cap with a wreath of laurel tied around. [...]