Historical Context

The Barber Quarter was designed by Charles E. Barber and minted from 1892 to 1916. Part of the Barber coinage series that included dimes and half dollars, it features Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap and laurel wreath on the obverse.

Composition and Silver Content

Each Barber Quarter contains 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 6.25 grams total. The silver content per coin is 0.1808 troy ounces, making these classic quarters valuable for both their silver and historical significance.

Collectibility

Barber Quarters are sought after by collectors, with certain dates like the 1896-S and 1901-S being particularly rare. Common dates in lower grades are popular additions to junk silver portfolios, offering a piece of American numismatic history.