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The following page displays silver coin melt values for United States minted coins commonly in circulation. While the collectability, also known as the numismatic value, might be hard to memorize the silver content of the coins in terms of percentages % is fairly easy to remember. Here it is quickly and then we will break it down below. Most Dollars, Half Dollars, Quarters, and Dimes (but not nickels) minted before 1965 are 90% with a few variances to the rule. If you have a small scale you will want to set it to measure in Oz / Troy Oz if possible. 1 troy oz = 31.1034768 grams or $ at the current spot price. 1 Silver Dollar is worth $ (90% Silver) 1 Pre 1965 Silver Half Dollar is worth $ (90% Silver), while a half dollar minted between 1965 and 1970 (40% silver) is worth less at $ 1 Silver Quarter is worth $ (90% Silver) ... Read More »

Minted from 1948 to 1963 the Franklin Half dollar is a popular choice for those wishing to invest in silver half dollars from the mid 20th century. This coin is 90% silver and has a current melt value of $ Ben Franklin Half Dollars can still be found in circulation although they are rare. While not the most popular nor the most valuable of collectable coins, the (Ben) Franklin Half Dollar is still an important part of American coinage history. Owing to the fact that Congressional action is required to replace coins unless it has been in service over 25 years, when the Walking Liberty Half Dollar and Mercury Dime came up for replacement in 1941, the United States Mint was embroiled in other problems because of World War II. After the war, the Mercury Dime was replaced by the Roosevelt Dime as a tribute to fallen President Franklin. D. Roosevelt. This ... Read More »