1898 Barber Half Dollar — Coin Value
Barber Half DollarWhat the 1898 Barber Half Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1898 Barber Half Dollar value — Ungraded $28 · MS62 $801 · MS66 $15,761. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 562.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply ownership, buy the Standard 1898 Barber Half Dollar for $29. The PROOF version at $844 offers superior mint condition and collectible presentation, appealing to serious numismatists. Casual collectors prioritizing affordability should stick to the Standard. Those seeking investment-grade quality and pristine condition should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Barber Half Dollar
- Year
- 1898
1898 Barber Half Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1898 Barber Half Dollar runs around $28, a certified MS62 about $801, and a high-grade MS66 commands $15761.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $28 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $801 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $15,761 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1898 Barber Half Dollar?
- An ungraded 1898 Barber Half Dollar starts at $36.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 example is valued at $15,762, significantly higher than the $796 valuation for an MS62.
- What is the series and year of this specific coin?
- This coin is part of the Barber Half Dollar series and is from the year 1898.