Collecting and Investing in 90% Silver Half Dollar Coins
Buying 90% silver half dollars offers a unique approach to stacking silver and connects collectors and investors to a piece of U.S. history.
Coin Collecting
What Dimes Contain Silver?
Silver dimes, like all 90% silver US coinage are sometimes referred to as “junk silver”. This is a common term adopted from the coin collecting industry for coins that have little to no numismatic value. Their value lies strictly in the silver content.
Cleaning Old Coins
Cleaning old coins is a controversial topic that often divides coin collectors and numismatists. Experts advise against cleaning coins, as doing so not only removes the patina, it can also scratch their surface and will most likely diminish their value, especially for collectible or antique coins.
US Mint 2024 Numismatic Product Schedule
The United States Mint has released the preliminary schedule of the 2024 mintage year numismatic products with the anticipated dates of availability. All dates and prices are subject to change by the United States Mint and some on-sale dates may experience delays without prior notice due to limited resources.
Which Gold Coins are 22k?
Many 22-karat gold coins are favored by investors because they are more durable, making them less prone to scratches and dents compared to 24-karat gold coins.
Cashing Out When You Sell Coins
Many old coins can also have numismatic value to collectors. If you find an old box of coins in the attic, it is a good idea to do so research about the coins you have to give you an idea of the value.
The Basics of Coin Collecting
Coin collecting has evolved beyond merely acquiring coins for their monetary value. Many collectors now focus on various aspects, including historical significance, artistic appeal, rarity, and cultural context, with some collectors specializing in specific periods, rulers, or coin types.
With advancements in communication and technology, coin collecting has become more accessible to a global audience. The internet allows collectors to connect, research, sell and buy gold coins from around the world. Online auction platforms and forums have expanded the reach of numismatics.
British Gold Sovereign
Traditionally minted in 22-carat gold, the British Gold Sovereign contains 91.67% pure gold and it is recognized as legal tender in throughout the United Kingdom, although its intrinsic value as an investment far exceeds its face value.
Silver Dimes
Until 1965, U.S. dimes were composed of 90% silver and 10% copper. However, because of rising silver prices, the U.S. Mint decided to continue debasement of coinage by changing the composition of dimes to a copper-nickel alloy, starting with the clad coin production in 1965. Today’s dimes are composed of 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel.
Online bullion dealers typically offer 90% silver dimes based on the face value that each contains. For example, a $5 Face Value standard bank roll of silver dimes will contain fifty individual pieces that were minted Pre-1965. Each circulated silver dime contains approximately .0715 troy ounces, with each standard $5 Bank Roll of silver dimes having a total of 3.575 troy ounces ASW.
1921 Silver Dollar
The Morgan Silver Dollar production resumed in 1921 for a brief period before being replaced later in the year.