1893 S Barber Half Dollar

The 1893 S version of the Barber Half Dollar is worth on average $17,000.00 if in Mint State (uncirculated), while one in poor condition will have a value of just $80.00. If the coin has an error, or is certified, this will further add to its appeal and raise its price numismatically speaking.


  • Year: 1893
  • Mint: S
  • Type: Barber Half Dollar
  • Mintage: 740,000
  • Metal: 90% silver 10% copper
  • What's it worth?: $17,000.00 to $80.00

The 1893 S could be considered a key or semi key date. MS65 versions of this coin regularly sell for $17,000 USD with higher grades obviously selling for more. This coin in one of about 10 difficult dates in the Barber Half Dollar series.

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You can find D, O, and even S mint marks for this year. They are located on the reverse of the coin bottom center under the eagles tailfeathers. If no mint mark is found the coin was minted in Philadelphia.

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Lady Liberty is featured again on the front of all the Barber Coinage. The Head of Liberty is gazing to the right can be seen on the front of all the Barbers. Lady Liberty is based off the old Godess of Liberty, they are possibly one and the same.

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The Barber Half Dollar has a weight of 12.50 g.