A Japan 100 Yen (Silver) contains 0.0926 troy oz of pure silver, worth $5.00 at today's spot price.
Japan struck the 100 Yen silver coin from 1957 to 1964 in 60% silver. Each coin weighs 4.8 g and holds 0.0926 troy oz (2.880 g) of pure silver.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 11:09 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 | 1957–1964 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 100 Yen |
| Composition | 60% silver |
| Gross weight | 4.8 g |
| Fineness | .600 (60%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0926 troy oz (2.88 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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4.8 g × .600 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0926 troy oz
0.0926 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $5.00
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.