1898 Barber Quarter
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$22,794 MS68* CAC 06-08-2014 Great Collections
Description
The 1898 Barber Quarter is a quarter produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Barber Quarters 1892-1916 series. The U.S. Mint produced 11.1 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 79% of the year's production. The obverse features Liberty facing right wearing a Phrygian cap topped by a laurel wreath, with the word LIBERTY on a headband and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM. Struck during the Gilded Age of rapid industrialization and the great silver debates, when monetary policy shaped elections and economic destiny. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $24 to $449 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.3 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5619.
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