An Afghanistan 1 Sanar contains 0.0241 troy oz of pure silver, worth $1.30 at today's spot price.
Afghanistan struck the 1 Sanar silver coin from 1880 to 1919 in 50% silver. Each coin weighs 1.5 g and holds 0.0241 troy oz (0.750 g) of pure silver.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 25, 2:09 AM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1880–1919 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 1 Sanar |
| Composition | 50% silver |
| Gross weight | 1.5 g |
| Fineness | .500 (50%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0241 troy oz (0.75 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure silver in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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1.5 g × .500 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0241 troy oz
0.0241 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $1.30
Melt value vs. collector value
Melt value is a floor, not a price. Better dates, coins with mint luster and graded coins often sell well above melt; key dates and rare varieties can be worth many times more. Check the date and mint mark before selling a coin for its metal.