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Coins struck for circulation in the US today have no silver in them.
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What the value of 1958 dime?
about $1.25 for its silver value as of today. Each day you can check www.coinflation.com. for coins silver value. It looks like the paper dollar is dropping like a rock.
What is the value of silver in a US silver dollar?
Dollar coins dated 1935 and earlier contain about 24 gm of silver, or about 0.773 troy ounces. Check the current retail price of silver (it changes every day, so search for SPOT PRICE SILVER) and multiply by 0.773. However, before taking a coin to one of those "we buy gold and silver" places, remember that (a) they'll only pay wholesale and (b) many silver dollars are worth more as collectibles than as scrap metal. You need to check a values guide before tossing a silver dollar into the melting pot! Also, at the risk of mentioning the merely obvious, any U.S. $1 coin dated 1971 or later is NOT made of silver - just cupronickel or brass. A true silver dollar dated 1935 or earlier contains about 24 gm of silver, so its silver is worth about 0.85 times the current price of an ounce of silver bullion. BUT - - - most silver dollars are worth more to collectors than for their metal content. Sometimes not much, but enough that it's generally a very bad idea to sell them to one of those "we buy gold and silver" places that have been popping up all over the country. since the pre 1935 silver dollars have a bit less than an oz of silver and silver goes for about $19/oz, the value of the silver dollars is about $15/coin, BUT if you take a silver dollar to a coin dealer I doubt you will be offered any more than $10 or $12 unless the coin has some numismatic value. If you have 10 or 20 pounds of pre 1964 US silver coins, you will get closer to the bullion value of the coins
What year was nickel first used in coins?
The first official and deliberate use was in 1850, in Switzerland. Nickel was part of the alloy, with other metals such as copper and silver. Ancient coins from Bactria dating back to 200BCE had nickel in their composition (almost in the same proportion as modern day issues) but it was not known to be separate metal in the alloy.
What is a 1941 and 1942 silver quarter worth?
$10.00 i beleiveCorrectionThese coins were struck in an alloy of 90% silver and 10% copper. In lower grades their value is mostly determined by the price of silver bullion, which changes every day. To get an up-to-date approximation of the coin's metal value you can use a site such as coinflation.com, or look up the current price of 1 oz of silver and multiply it by 0.18 There's more information at the Related Questions.
Who originally claimed Uruguay during the colonial era?
Portugal claimed Uruguay during the colonial era
Does a 1947 new zealand shilling have silver in it?
No. No New Zealand general circulation coin has contained silver or any other precious metal from 1947 to present day. Prior to 1947, New Zealand "silver" coins had a 50% silver content.
Difference between olden day coins and present day coins?
The Shapes Were Different Coins were different
What are 5 old pence?
"Old" British 5 Pence coins are those issued from 1968 to 1990 and are 23.59 mm in diameter. These include the 5 New Pence coins issued from 1968 to 1981. The larger pre-1991 5 Pence coins were withdrawn from circulation and demonetised in 1991. The new British 5 Pence coins are those issued from 1990 to present day and are 18 mm in diameter. All British 5 Pence coin from 1968 to present day are made from 75% copper and 25% nickel. They have a silvery appearance but no silver content.
Are coins an element?
No, coins are not an element. Some coins may be made of nearly pure gold, silver, aluminum, or other metal elements, but most present-day coins are made of various metal alloys, often with different composition on the inside than on the outside.
Can you use a magnet to test silver coins?
You can because silver is not magnetic, however Most common day coins are not pure silver or any other metal.
Where coins originated?
The first gold and silver coins were struck around 600bc in Lydia. (Modern day Turkey)
In what ways are the present day coins better than the old ones?
The present day coins are better than old ones in many ways: 1.Present day coins are made up of strong minerals. 2.Their metal value is less than their face value. 3.They are easy to carry as they are lighter in weight.
Where did greek coins originate?
Lydia, in present day turkey in about 670 BC.
What is the weight of silver in a 20.00 casino token?
Unless it's a special minting (and in this case the silver content will appear on the coin), the actual silver content in gaming tokens nowadays is either zero or close to it. Gone is the day of the Silver Dollar :}
How much is a silver dollar worth regardless of date?
When selling to a collector, depending on such factors as date, mint mark, condition, and accuracy of the striking, a silver dollar can be worth any where from $16.00 to over $50,000.00. When selling the coin based on weight and silver content, the coin is only worth the market value of silver on the day you sell the coin. Most U.S. silver dollars which were struck for circulation have a 90% silver content. Also, dollar coins made for circulation and dated 1971 or later are not silver. They're either copper-nickel or brass.
What is the value of a silver eagle?
"Silver eagles" are modern bullion coins minted since 1986 and sold to investors and collectors. They contain 1 troy ounce of silver so their value is tied to the price of silver. That changes every day so any answer posted here would be out of date almost immediately. Current silver prices are available from many sources including sites like kitco.com and the financial section of any major newspaper.FAQsThe "one dollar" denomination on the back of a silver eagle is artificial. The coins aren't intended to be spent. True silver dollars ($1 silver coins minted 1935 and earlier) are often confused with eagles, but those coins wereintended for spending. They contain about 0.77 oz of silver and in many cases are worth more as collectibles than for their silver content.
Do coins now contain silver?
Most coins used in circulation today do not contain silver. Instead, they are typically made from cheaper metals like copper, nickel, or zinc. However, some countries still produce silver coins as collectibles or for special commemorative purposes.
