1902 United States Barber Silver Half Dollar

1902 United States Barber Silver Half Dollar 1902 Philadelphia Mint Barber Silver Half Dollar This 1902 United States Barber Half Dollar is a classic example of American coinage designed by Charles E. Barber. Struck in 90% silver, the obverse features a right-facing bust of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap and a laurel wreath, surrounded by thirteen stars. The reverse showcases a heraldic eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, symbolic of peace and strength. This specific coin was minted in Philadelphia, indicated by the absence of a mint mark on the reverse below the eagle's tail. It displays a circulated finish with honest wear that highlights its historical journey through American commerce at the turn of the 20th century. This silver half dollar serves as a tangible piece of numismatic history for any collector of vintage US coinage. 1902 United States Barber Silver Half Dollar Condition: This coin exhibits heavy circulation wear consistent with an About Good to Good grade. The rims are worn down into the lettering and the stars, and the fine details of Liberty's hair, the wreath, and the eagle's feathers are mostly flat. There is significant dark toning and surface debris present on both the obverse and reverse. The mint mark is not visible, suggesting it was struck at the Philadelphia Mint. This is a business strike coin composed of 90% silver and 10% copper. Designed by Charles E. Barber, this series was a staple of American commerce at the turn of the 20th century. No professional grading is provided for this raw specimen. 1902, Barber Quarter, Silver Coin, US Coinage, Numismatics, Antique Coin, Eagle, Liberty Head, Circulated, United States, Quarter Dollar, Rare Coin, Coin Collecting, Heraldic Eagle 1902 Barber Quarter, silver US coins, antique coinage, numismatics, rare quarters, Barber silver coins, collectible currency, vintage US money, 1902 silver quarter, American numismatic treasures IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days aft