90% Silver Coin Value
90% Silver Coin Value Guide
| Coin Type | Years Minted | Weight (g) | Silver Content (Troy oz) | Current Silver Value (at $X/oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dime | 1916-1945 (Mercury) 1946-1964 (Roosevelt) | 2.50 | 0.0723 | $X × 0.0723 |
| Quarter | 1932-1964 (Washington) | 6.25 | 0.1808 | $X × 0.1808 |
| Half Dollar | 1916-1947 (Walking Liberty) 1948-1963 (Franklin) 1964 (Kennedy) | 12.50 | 0.3617 | $X × 0.3617 |
| Dollar | 1878-1935 (Morgan/Peace) | 26.73 | 0.7734 | $X × 0.7734 |
How to Calculate the Melt Value
- Determine the spot price of silver per troy ounce (X): You can check the current spot price online.
- Multiply the silver content by the spot price:
- For example, if silver is $25/oz, a quarter’s value would be $25 × 0.1808 = $4.52.
Key Points to Know
- 90% Silver Coins were minted for circulation up until 1964 in the U.S.
- They contain 90% silver, 10% copper alloy.
- Common Types: Dimes, quarters, half dollars, and dollars.
- Weight and Silver Content: Varies by coin type, but each coin contains a fixed amount of silver.