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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Tom B, post: 1864744, member: 11854&quot;]One of the nice things about Barber half dollars is how much flexibility a type coin will give you.&nbsp; These were produced in two centuries (nineteenth and twentieth) as well as at four mints (P, D, S and O) and with two methods of manufacture (business strike and proof).&nbsp; There are myriad key or semi-key dates that pepper the series and what date or mints are most difficult can depend upon the target grade.</p><p><br /></p><p>Given your desire for an EF45-AU53 coin I would suggest you stay away from the O-mint pieces as these are typically more mushy in terms of details and you may find that they are not as aesthetically pleasing.&nbsp; The late date 1915-D and early date 1892 were saved in high numbers with little wear and either would make an excellent type coin.&nbsp; In general, the O-and S-mint coins will be much tougher and more expensive while the P-and D-mint coins will be the ones you find.&nbsp; Also, quite a few of these are certified after a dipping or light cleaning and I would strongly advise you to pass on those coins.</p><p><br /></p><p>Good luck and please feel free to ask other questions as I love talking about type and Barber half dollars are especially close to my heart.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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