1896-O Barber Half Dollar 50C NGC VG10
Despite its similar mintage to that of the 1896(P) half dollar, this issue is much more challenging to locate across all grades. Mint State survivors are genuinely rare. Like most New Orleans Mint coins of the period, the 1896-O half dollar was typically weakly struck at the highest points of the design. This can throw off the grading of circulated examples. No varieties are known for this date/mint.
1896 O Barber Half Dollar Value
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of June 2025, a Barber Half Dollar from 1896 in circulated condition is worth between $40 and $9000. However, on the open market, 1896 O Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $100000.
