1899-O Barber Quarter

Lot Number:67
Completed
Start Time:9/10/2025 4:00:00 AM
End Time:9/28/2025 10:33:00 PM
Bid Count:11
Winning Bidder:p****p
Starting Bid:$1.00
Bid Increment:$1.50
Current Bid:$16.00
Bidding complete

The 1899-O Barber Quarter, struck at the New Orleans Mint, is a notable specimen within the Barber series, designed by Charles Barber in a neoclassical style that features Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap and laurel wreath. With a mintage of 3,644,000, this particular date is considered more common compared to key dates like the 1901-S or 1913-S quarters but remains desirable due to its unique mint characteristics and historical significance. Renowned for somewhat softer strikes typically observed from the New Orleans Mint, this piece demands a keen eye for well-defined detail and luster. Collectors will appreciate the coin's appeal when completing a date and mintmark set, as market demand persists from both registry set enthusiasts and those captivated by the historical intricacies of 19th-century American coinage. Grading assessments often focus on surface preservation, with premium-quality examples fetching strong interest in the auction market.

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Michigan
United States