1904-S 50C MS(PCGS#6500)

Summer 2026 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3115

Grade

XF45

Price

4,148

Lot Description

In a series replete with scarce and conditionally challenging issues, the 1904-S stands out due to a limited mintage of 558,038 pieces. After all, any regular issue 20th century United States coin with a circulation strike mintage of fewer than 1 million coins is eagerly sought as a key date issue in its respective series. As with all San Francisco Mint Barber half dollars, the 1904-S circulated extensively with the typical survivor well worn in grades such as Good and VG. This is a conditionally scarce Choice EF example dressed in warm, blended pewter, rose-gray and golden-apricot patina. It would make an attractive and significant addition to a high grade circulated Barber half dollar set.