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It wouldn't look like anything because there aren't any silver 1957 US nickels. Except for special "war nickels" made from late 1942 to 1945, all US nickels are made of the same alloy of 25% nickel and 75% copper.
War nickels were made of an alloy of 56% copper, 35% silver, and 9% manganese because nickel metal was needed for the war effort. These coins are distinguished by a large mint mark letter over the dome of Monticello on the back.
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What is nickel's color?
Nickel is a metallic and silver-ish color, just like the US coin, the nickel (worth 5 cents).
Silver dollar certificate value?
I wood like to no what there worth, I have two 1957
What is the price of a a one ounce 999 fine silver that looks like a large nickel?
It is worth whatever 1 troy ounce of silver is worth. Today it is worth about $30, although the price of silver fluctuates.
What is the value of a silver shoehorn made out of nickel silver?
It isn't silver. Nickel "silver" refers to an alloy of copper with nickel and zinc to make it look like silver but it really contains no silver at all.
What is a 1957 silver penny worth?
The U.S. Mint has never made a Silver Penny . If it is a 1957 Lincoln cent, it has likely been chrome plated which can look like silver. This is very common but the coin does not have any numismatic value.
Is solid nickel silver valuable?
Solid nickel silver, also known as German silver, is not valuable in terms of precious metals like silver or gold. It does not contain any actual silver, but it is used as a base metal in a variety of applications due to its corrosion resistance and strength. Its value lies more in its utility rather than its intrinsic worth as a precious metal.
Is nickel silver 925 silver?
Not even close, Nickel "silver" has no silver and is a copper alloy. It simply looks slightly like silver. Items might be silver plated though. Nickel silver, also called German silver, is an alloy of approximately 60% copper, 20% nickel and 20% zinc; it doesn't contain any silver. The nickel gives it a shiny, silver appearance.
What is the value of a 1957 silver British sixpence?
Please don't assume that because a coin is older it must be made of silver. Britain eliminated silver in most of its coins long before 1957; yours is made of copper-nickel like modern US coins.Please see the Related Question for more information.
Is there a nickel the size of a silver dollar?
No, nor is there a NICKEL the size of a silver dollar. You have either a fantasy piece, a novelty item, or possibly a bullion piece. The first two are worth a buck or so, but if your "coin" has something like "1 oz fine silver" on the back it's a precious metal piece worth about $17 at June 2008 prices.
What is the value of a 1979 silver dollar?
These coins are not rare. They're made of copper-nickel like dimes and quarters, rather than silver. Unless they are uncirculated or proof they are worth $1.
What is the value of a Susan B. Anthony 1972 Silver Dollar worth?
Not Susan B. Anthony - President Eisenhower! And not silver, either - copper-nickel. In any case all circulating dollar coins dated 1971 or later are only worth face value. They do not contain any precious metals like silver or gold, only copper-nickel or brass.
If a silver certificate is worth 500.00 why is the dealer price 1.25?
Because you didn't specify the bill's date or series letter. Common-date (1957) $1 silver certificates are in fact only worth 1.25. The buying price is $1.25 because that's the average price for 1957 silver certificates. They're very common among collectors and none of them should be worth anything like $500.
