PCGS Nos: 4850, 4893

Mintage:
Circulation strikes: 10,240,000
Proofs: 650

Designer: Charles E. Barber

Diameter: 17.9 millimeters

Metal content:
Silver - 90%
Copper - 10%

Weight: ±2.5 grams

Edge: Reeded

Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia) just below the wreath on the reverse

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     Significant examples
      Recent appearances at auction
      Variety information
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Recent appearances:
PCGS Proof-65.  Ex – American Numismatic Rarities, LLC’s “The Classics Sale,” July 25, 2003 , Lot 373, illustrated, sold for $977.50  From the Luther A. Breck Collection

Notes:
"There are several undervalued coins in this year: 1909-P in low mint state grades..."1

The finest Uncirculated examples graded by PCGS are 2 MS-67's.

The finest Proof example graded by PCGS is a single PR-68.

^{The finest Proof Cameo examples graded by PCGS are 2 PRCA-66's}

Sources and/or recommended reading:
1. "The Complete Guide To Certified Barber Coinage" by David & John Feigenbaum

"The PCGS Population Report, July 2003" by The Professional Coin Grading Service