No speculation there Colonel, it's been legal for the longest time, except for the current melt ban on copper cents.it's being speculated that the government is going to pass a law letting the public sell their silver and copper coins.
I agree with Diver Down. Although they have lost some silver, most dealers charge a premium for Barbers if they have readable dates. I think you could easily get more than melt on Feebay. You might have some better dates in your hoard as well.
By "readable dates" do you mean any Barber with a date that is visible? If so, why is there a premium on them? Many have readable dates. I understand SLQs having premium or Buffs having premium when you have a readable date, but not barbers.
I never pay a premium for Barber slicks and I don't know any dealers that do. Dates on Barber's are usually visible until there is almost nothing left, lol.