1897-O Barber Quarter - VG
Add a classic piece of 19th-century American silver coinage to your collection with this 1897-O Barber Quarter in Very Good (VG) condition. Struck at the historic New Orleans Mint from 90% silver and 10% copper, this quarter represents an early issue of the Barber Quarter series, produced from 1892 through 1916.
Designed by Charles E. Barber, the obverse features a right-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap and laurel wreath, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse showcases a heraldic eagle holding arrows and an olive branch. The distinctive “O” mintmark beneath the eagle identifies its New Orleans Mint origin.
In Very Good (VG) condition, this coin displays moderate to heavy circulation wear while retaining recognizable design details and a clearly identifiable date and mintmark. Its circulated appearance offers a tangible connection to American commerce during the late 1800s.
With a relatively modest original mintage of 1,414,800 coins, the 1897-O is a desirable date and mintmark combination within the Barber Quarter series. Its lower mintage, New Orleans Mint heritage, and 90% silver composition make it an appealing addition to any Barber Quarter collection or historic U.S. silver type set.
Photo Disclaimer: Stock photo shown. Actual coin may vary in toning, wear, strike quality, surface marks, and overall appearance while remaining consistent with the stated Very Good (VG) condition.
