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It represents the "fineness", or purity, of the silver in the coin expressed as a decimal.
Normally fineness is given to 3 digits. In that case the number expresses the purity as a in parts per 1000. For example, 999 means 999/1000 of the coin is pure silver. The other 1/1000 is some kind of trace impurity that's impossible to remove.
Sometimes the fineness is expressed with a decimal point (.999) and sometimes without, but the meaning is always the same - e.g. 999/1000 = 0.999 = 99.9% (see why they made you take algebra in middle school?)
999 fine silver is generally only used for bullion coins and other items that aren't subject to wear, because it's too soft. In the US, pre-1965 silver coins minted for circulation were made of 900 fine silver, i.e. 90%, with the remaining 10% being copper for hardness. Sterling silver is 925 fine often used in jewelry and formal dinnerware.
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What does .999 mean?
Plata is silver, 999 refers to the fineness. It means pure silver.
What is the worth of a .999 silver coin from 1791-1991?
It's not really a coin, it's a bullion piece sold for its silver content and not for spending. The current price of silver is about $17 per ounce.
How much is your Indian head coin worth its fine silver one troy ounce 999 and there is not a date located on front or back?
It's a silver round not a "coin" value is whatever the spot price of silver is at time of sale.
What does 1000 grain on a silver coin mean?
If that is a private mint coin, it is probably the weight of the coin.
What does the number 500 stamped inside a ring mean?
It means That is .500 pure silver which is a lower grade silver then .999 pure. .999 silver is THE most absolute pure silver. I fi is a GOLD ring that says it , then it means it is a .500 silver ring with ( HGE) heavy gold electoplate.
What does it mean when a coin has layered in .999 pure silver?
A coin layered in .999 pure silver means that the coin's surface has been covered with a layer of silver that is 99.9% pure. This is often done to give the coin a silver appearance and can increase the coin's value for collectors or investors.
What is the value of a .999 pure silver coin worth?
It depends on the weight of your .999 pure silver coin. Currenrtly silver is $24.13 per ounce.
Is there a 1990 Daytona Bike week 999 silver coin?
I have a 1991 - 50th anniversary coin. Yes, I have a 1990 daytona bike week 999 silver coin
.999 fine silver coin?
Too general a question.
What is the Value of a Pat Garrett .999 Pure silver coin Limited edition lawman series?
20 grams of silver.
What is the value of a 999 silver merry Christmas coin with a mouse on the reverse?
This coin is most likely worth the silver value.
What does .999 mean?
Plata is silver, 999 refers to the fineness. It means pure silver.
What is a Wayne Gretzky NHL all time leading goal scorer gold and silver coin 999 silver and 999 gold worth?
150
What does 999 plata mean?
Plata is silver, 999 refers to the fineness. It means pure silver.
When were peace head dollars made that are 999 fine silver without a date?
If it has .999 Fine silver on it, it's a privately made "silver round" not a coin. The value would be for the silver by weight.
How much is an 1987 Mexican 999 silver dollar worth?
How much is a .999 fine silver coin worth Ten dollar redeemable cash value .999 fine silver limited edition collector's series ...
What does 999 mean on your jewelry?
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