The current melt value of a 1964 Washington quarter is about $5.50 (as of 11 January 2013).
The value of a silver high school ring can vary depending on factors like the weight of the silver, any additional materials used, the brand or maker, and sentimental value. Generally, the intrinsic value of the silver would be the main factor in determining its worth.
A 1964 nickel contains about 35% silver, and as of 2021, the silver content alone is worth around $1.70 based on the current market value of silver. However, the numismatic value of the coin may vary depending on its condition and rarity, which could potentially increase its overall worth to collectors.
All nickels except "war nickels" from 1942-45 are made of copper-nickel, not silver. What you have is an ordinary coin worth 5 cents.
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Please don't assume that every US coin minted before 1965 contains silver. US nickels made from 1866 to mid-1942 and from 1946 to the present are made of a copper-nickel alloy, not silver so if you found the coin in change it's only worth 5¢.
The 1970 Washington quarter was NOT struck in silver.
The value is only for the silver about $3.25
It's a common date Washington quarter, most are only valued for the silver, about $5.00 as of today.
A 1942 Washington quarter is common. If it has any wear, the value is just for the silver, about $3.50.
Going purely by melt value, a U.S. quarter minted before 1965 is currently worth about $5.50 for the silver (as of 11 January 2013).
1964 is the most common silver Washington quarter, it's worth about $3.00
7-29-11>>> 1964 is the most common date for a silver Washington quarter. Most are valued for the silver only, at $6.00 as of today.
With a date of 1941, it's a common Washington quarter, most are valued only for the silver, about $5.00.
A 1958-D Washington quarter is very common. Most are only valued for the silver, about $5.00.
A 1959 Washington quarter is very common. Circulated coins have retail values from $7.50 to $8.75.
Circulated 1940 Washington quarters are common. Most are only valued for the silver, about $5.00.
1961 is not a rare date for Washington quarters. If it has any wear, the value is about $5.00 just for the silver.