An Ecuador 1 Sucre (72% Silver, 1928–1944) contains 0.1157 troy oz of pure silver, worth $6.26 at today's spot price.
Ecuador struck the 1 Sucre silver coin from 1928 to 1944 in 72% silver. Each coin weighs 5 g and holds 0.1157 troy oz (3.600 g) of pure silver.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 7:10 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 | 1928–1944 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 1 Sucre |
| Composition | 72% silver |
| Gross weight | 5 g |
| Fineness | .720 (72%) |
| Pure metal | 0.1157 troy oz (3.6 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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5 g × .720 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.1157 troy oz
0.1157 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $6.26
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.