1892 Barber Half Dollar (50c)

The 1892 Barber Half Dollar marks the first year of Charles Barber's classic design. The Philadelphia Mint produced 934 proof half dollars that year - a tiny mintage even by proof standards of the era. First-year proofs hold special significance, as they represent the design in its purest form, struck from fresh dies with maximum attention to detail.

This CAC-approved PF64 Cameo example showcases deep mirrored fields contrasting beautifully against the frosty devices. The surfaces are exceptionally clean for the grade, with strong field-to-device contrast and outstanding eye appeal. The strike is razor-sharp throughout, with every detail of the design crisply rendered. A few minor contact marks, normal for the grade, keep this from a full gem, but only barely.