1897-O Barber Quarter Good
Semi-Numismatic
1897-O Barber Quarter Good
The 1897-O Barber Quarter represents a fascinating era of late nineteenth-century American coinage. Struck in 90% fine silver at the historic New Orleans Mint, this coin contains 0.17875 troy ounces of precious metal. It carries the distinctive 'O' mint mark, indicating its southern origin during a period of robust regional production. Designed by Charles Barber, the obverse of the quarter presents a classical profile of Lady Liberty. She wears a traditional Phrygian cap adorned with a laurel wreath, a design framed by the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' and the 1897 year of issue. The reverse displays a heraldic eagle with outstretched wings, bearing a protective shield across its chest. In its beak, the eagle holds a banner, while its talons grasp a symbolic olive branch and a cluster of arrows. This intricate design is encircled by the inscriptions indicating the nation of origin and the denomination of 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1897 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 25 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1788 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
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