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1899-S AU DETAILS+++ AMAZING MONSTER U.S. BARBER HALF DOLLAR! WOW!
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FOR SALE IS 1 RARE CHOICE AU DETAILS+++ 1899-S 50C U.S. BARBER HALF DOLLAR.
Designer Charles E. Barber
Composition .900 silver .100 copper
Net weight 12.50 grams
Diameter 30.63 mm
In 1891, Mint Director Edward O. Leech instructed the United States Bureau of the Mint Chief Engraver, Charles E. Barber, to create new designs for the dime, quarter, and half dollar. In November 1891, after some changes were made to secure Leech's endorsement, President Benjamin Harrison approved Barber's designs. The official striking of the coins began in January of 1892. Barber Half Dollars were minted from 1892 to 1915.