A Cyprus 4½ Piastres (Silver) contains 0.0841 troy oz of pure silver, worth $4.54 at today's spot price.
Cyprus struck the 4½ Piastres silver coin from 1901 to 1940 in 92.5% silver. Each coin weighs 2.828 g and holds 0.0841 troy oz (2.616 g) of pure silver. The piastre was also used in Cambodia, Egypt, French Cochin China, French Indo-China, Lebanon, Libya and other countries.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 10:29 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 | 1901–1940 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 4½ Piastres |
| Composition | 92.5% silver |
| Gross weight | 2.828 g |
| Fineness | .925 (92.5%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0841 troy oz (2.616 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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2.828 g × .925 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0841 troy oz
0.0841 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $4.54
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.