The value of a 1912 Barber half dollar depends heavily on its condition and mintmark.
- Condition (Grade): Coins in better condition (higher grade) are more valuable.
- Mintmark: 1912 half dollars were produced at the Philadelphia (no mintmark), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S) mints. The San Francisco mintmark generally indicates a higher value due to a lower mintage.
- Rarity and Demand: Fewer coins minted, like the 1912-S, coupled with collector interest, drives up the price.
- Precious Metal Content: The intrinsic value of the 90% silver composition contributes to the overall worth.
- Circulated: A 1912 half dollar in circulated condition can range from $30 to $510, with the lower end representing heavily worn examples.
- Uncirculated (Mint State): In pristine, uncirculated condition, the value can be significantly higher, reaching up to $23,000 for a Philadelphia mint coin.
- 1912 (Philadelphia): In circulated condition, expect to find values between $30 and $510, according to the [NGC Price Guide] . Uncirculated examples can sell for as much as $23,000.
- 1912-D (Denver): Circulated examples typically fetch $30 to $500, based on the [NGC Price Guide] . Uncirculated 1912-D half dollars have reached prices of $6,500.
- 1912-S (San Francisco): The [NGC Price Guide] estimates circulated values between $30 and $675. Uncirculated coins from the San Francisco mint in 1912 can be worth up to $13,000.
- 1912 Proof: With a lower mintage of 700, proof coins from 1912 are worth significantly more, around $900.
Here’s an example of how the value can vary with the grade, using the 1912-D Barber Half Dollar as an illustration:
- Good (G-4): $16
- Fine (F-12): $60
- Very Fine (VF-20): $169
- Extremely Fine (EF-40): $260
- About Uncirculated (AU-50): $323
- Uncirculated (MS-60): $624
- Mint State (MS-65): $1,972
- Mint State (MS-66): $3,348
It is important to note that these values are estimates and the actual price can vary depending on market conditions, the specific dealer, and the individual coin’s characteristics. Consider having your coin professionally graded for an accurate assessment. You can find reputable graders like [NGC] and PCGS.
How much is a half dollar coin from 1912 worth?
I can help with that. According to the NGC Price Guide, as of June 2025, a Barber Half Dollar from 1912 in circulated condition is worth between $30 and $510. However, on the open market 1912 Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $23000.
Is a 1912 half dollar silver?
Good point! The 1912 Barber half dollar was struck in 90% silver at the main U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, where all dies for U.S. coins were made until 1996 (some dies are now made at the Denver Mint).
How do I tell if my Kennedy half dollar is valuable?
Great question! Although the standard coin itself can hold value, you can identify rarer versions of this coin by looking at the design. Coins with known and documented errors, like changes in the former president’s hair, can be worth even more.