A German East Africa ½ Rupie (Silver) contains 0.1719 troy oz of pure silver, worth $9.29 at today's spot price.
German East Africa struck the ½ Rupie silver coin from 1890 to 1914 in 91.7% silver. Each coin weighs 5.832 g and holds 0.1719 troy oz (5.348 g) of pure silver.
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 | 1890–1914 |
|---|---|
| Face value | ½ Rupie |
| Composition | 91.7% silver |
| Gross weight | 5.832 g |
| Fineness | .917 (91.7%) |
| Pure metal | 0.1719 troy oz (5.348 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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5.832 g × .917 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.1719 troy oz
0.1719 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $9.29
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.