An Afghanistan ½ Amani (Gold) contains 0.0868 troy oz of pure gold, worth $346.96 at today's spot price.
Afghanistan struck the ½ Amani gold coin from 1921 to 1927 in 90% gold. Each coin weighs 3 g and holds 0.0868 troy oz (2.700 g) of pure gold.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 7:19 PM 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 | 1921–1927 |
|---|---|
| Face value | ½ Amani |
| Composition | 90% gold |
| Gross weight | 3 g |
| Fineness | .900 (90%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0868 troy oz (2.7 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold 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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3 g × .900 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0868 troy oz
0.0868 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $346.96
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.