All British Halfcrown coins from 1816 up to and including 1919 were made from sterling silver or .925 fineness.
A British 1881 sterling silver Halfcrown (Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £525 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £18 to £190 GBP. A British 1881 sterling silver Halfcrown (Victoria)(Proof FDC - milled edge), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £4,200 GBP. A British 1881 sterling silver Halfcrown (Victoria)(Proof FDC - plain edge), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £5,500 GBP. NOTE - The reverse of these coins is upside down to the obverse. This is normal. The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
Yes it is 90% silver and 10% copper.
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The silver dollars retail value in extra fine condition on a 1881-CC is $200.00.
According to NumisMedia a 1881 US silver dollar in MS-64 uncirculated condition is worth: $144.
British Chess Magazine was created in 1881.
All Rogers items made in the 1881 line are plated. 1881 is the name of a group of silverware patterns, not the year it was made. Rogers did not make any sterling items in the 1881 pattern group.
According to NumisMedia a 1881 US silver dollar in MS-64 uncirculated condition is worth: $85.
The 1881-S Morgan is very common, circulated coins are $17.00-$26.00.
A 1881 Morgan is very common with retail values of $15.00-$26.00 in average condition
There were 12,760,000 1881-S Morgan dollars minted.
About $150.