Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmark, the 1897Barber half dollar is fairly common. For an accurate assessment ofvalue the coin needs to be seen and graded. Most coins show a lotof wear. In general retail values for low grade coins are$24.00-$55.00, better grade are $110.00-$275.00 and coins showingalmost no wear run from $300.00-$525.00. Values are a marketaverage and only for coins in collectible condition, coins that arebent, corroded, scratched, used as jewelery or have been cleanedhave far less value if any to a collector or dealer. As of today,the value of the silver in the coin is $5.20.