Why 0.715 and 0.7234 are different
Standard mint specifications imply about 0.7234 fine troy ounces for $1 face of common 90% dimes, quarters and half dollars. In everyday circulated “junk silver” trading, roughly 0.715 fine troy ounces per $1 face is a conventional estimate that allows for typical wear. Neither number certifies an individual bag’s weight.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Including post-1964 clad quarters and dimes in the face-value silver total.
- Mixing 40% Kennedy half dollars with 90% coinage.
- Counting Morgan and Peace dollars as ordinary 90% face-value bag coins.
- Assuming a dealer will pay the entire melt number, regardless of spread and fees.
Explore the full face-value guide or review dealer spreads before accepting a price.