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It's a measure of the silver's purity, on a scale of 1 to 1000. I.e. it is 999/1000, or 99.9% pure.

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Which silver dollars contain 999 silver?

Only the U.S. bullion Silver Eagle coins contain .999% silver.


What is the test for 999 silver bullion?

There are various chemical (and other) ways to test the purity of silver... however, you wouldn't want to do this for bullion as it could diminish the value. Legitimate silver bullion will be marked ".999 Fine" and will have information such as the mint or maker. Stick with well known brands such as Englehard or Johnson-Matthey if possible.


Are there any walking liberty dollar coins that are not 999 silver?

If you're referring to the silver American Eagle bullion rounds, then no. They're all .999 silver.


Is 999 fine silver the same as 999 pure silver?

Yes, "999 fine silver" and "999 pure silver" refer to the same thing, which means the silver is 99.9% pure. This is a high level of purity commonly used in bullion and jewelry.


How much is a .999 silver bullion pendent?

it would depend on the size and weight of the pendant


How pure is 999 silver?

999 silver is considered to be fine silver, meaning it is 99.9% pure silver. This high level of purity makes it a popular choice for investment-grade silver products such as bullion bars and coins.


Do all the one pound silver Walking Liberty coins have a stamp on the side indicating 999 silver or a serial number?

If it does not say .999 on it somewhere, then it is probably not silver.


What is the number for real silver?

Real silver can have many different markings, ranging from 750 to 999- depending on the piece, common marks are : 800, 900, 925, 950. Or on bullion (bars, coins.) 999.


What coin says silver bullion on it?

There are several silver bullion coins that prominently display the term "silver bullion" on them. Examples include the Silver Bullion Coin from the Royal Canadian Mint, which features the words "SILVER BULLION" along with a maple leaf design. Another well-known option is the American Silver Eagle coin, widely recognized as a popular silver bullion investment. While not explicitly labeled as "silver bullion," its one troy ounce of .999 fine silver content makes it a sought-after investment choice. Keep in mind that there are other silver coins available for bullion investment, even if they don't have the specific term "silver bullion" on them. These coins typically have high silver purity and are widely accepted in the precious metals market.


How much silver is in a walking silver dollar?

7-4-11>>> The coin is actually an American Silver Eagle bullion coin that is made from one ounce of .999 pure silver.


What is the price of a Silver coin with only an American Indian on the front the reverse side says one troy ounce silver 999?

These "coins" are really bullion pieces sold for their silver content. The "999" means it is 999/1000 of an ounce of pure silver. At current (07/2008) prices that's worth about $18.


How much is 999 troy oz collectors antique coin worth?

It's unlikely to be an antique because silver bullion coins did not come onto the market until the 1980s and 90s. One oz. of silver is worth about $14 at today's rates.