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What do the marks mean on the bottom of your silver plated water pitcher?
The marks on the bottom of a silver-plated water pitcher typically indicate the manufacturer, the country of origin, and the type of silver plating used. Common marks include a hallmark, a brand name, and symbols that denote the quality of the plating, such as "EPNS" (Electro Plated Nickel Silver). These marks can help identify the age and authenticity of the piece, as well as provide information about its care and maintenance. Understanding these marks can enhance the collector's value and appreciation for the item.
What does a Germany stamp on a silver chain mean?
German silver: This silver-colored metal actually contains no silver at all. It is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc. It will not polish to the high shine possible with silver alloys. Marks include German Silver and E.P.N.S (electroplated nickel silver).
What is the silver content of a 1964 US nickel?
None. Please don't assume that all pre-1965 coins contained silver. Except during WWII, US nickels never contained silver - they've always been 75% copper alloyed with 25% nickel. From 1942 to 1945 special "war nickels" were made that contained about a gram of silver, because nickel was needed for the war effort. A 1964 U.S. nickel contains 0% silver. Only nickels issued from 1942 thru 1945 (known collectively as 'war nickels' and distinguished by their large mint marks, hovering over Monticello on the reverse) contained any silver, 35% by weight.
What is the value of 1942 Jefferson's nickel with both marks S and a P?
Both silver and nickel 5-cent pieces were made in 1942. The ones that contain silver have a large P or S mint mark over the dome of Monticello. Please post new question with the location of the letters you see.
What is the nickel content of a us nickel?
None. Please don't assume that all pre-1965 coins contained silver. Except during WWII, US nickels never contained silver - they've always been 75% copper alloyed with 25% nickel. From 1942 to 1945 special "war nickels" were made that contained about a gram of silver, because nickel was needed for the war effort. A 1964 U.S. nickel contains 0% silver. Only nickels issued from 1942 thru 1945 (known collectively as 'war nickels' and distinguished by their large mint marks, hovering over Monticello on the reverse) contained any silver, 35% by weight.
Are 1941 nickels all silver?
No. The only U.S. nickels that contain any silver are those dated 1942-1945, as nickel (the metal) was needed for the war effort. They are distinguished by the large mint marks on the reverse side, above Monticello. All nickels before and after contain a blend of 75% copper and 25% nickel.
Any nickel made before the 1960's is actually made of silver?
The only US nickels to ever have silver in them are The War Nickels. And are identified by very large mint marks ( P-D-S ) on the reverse of the coins above the dome of Monticello.1942 was the first year of issue but copper nickel coins were also struck for this year but they have regular mint marks. For 1943 1944 1945 only silver alloy coins were struck with the return of prewar composition in 1946.
What is the value of a 1967 silver US quarter?
All circulation-strike quarters dated 1965 and later are made of copper-nickel, not silver. 1967 quarters don't have mint marks and there are no major varieties, so anything that you find in change will only be worth 25¢.
How can you tell if something is real sterling silver?
Sterling silver is stamped "sterling" or "925". Other metals may say "nickel free," "stainless," "surgical steel," "silver plated," "WGF" (white gold filled), "nickel silver," "Peruvian silver," "German silver," "Tibetan silver," "Bali Silver," and a number of other things, but NOT sterling or 925. That's the key.
Do all s mint marks have silver in them?
No. If you're referring to proof coins 1968-present, no cent or nickels have any silver. Then with dimes, quarters, and half dollars, look at the edge of the coin. A copper/nickel clad proof coin will show a ring of copper, same as any P or D versions. A silver proof won't have that, and it will also be heavier. Meanwhile, all dimes, quarters, halves, and dollars before 1965 contain silver, for all mint marks.
1966 s nickel?
There can't be a 1966-S nickel because the Mint didn't use any mint marks from 1965 to 1967.
How can you know if the German coins is 5 marks of 5 pfennigs?
5 Pfennig coins are small and made of brass-clad iron or of bronze; five Mark coins are big and made either of silver or cupro-nickel.
