A Norway ½ Speciedaler (Silver) contains 0.4065 troy oz of pure silver, worth $21.97 at today's spot price.
Norway struck the ½ Speciedaler silver coin from 1845 to 1873 in 87.5% silver. Each coin weighs 14.45 g and holds 0.4065 troy oz (12.644 g) of pure silver.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 2:49 AM 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 | 1845–1873 |
|---|---|
| Face value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Composition | 87.5% silver |
| Gross weight | 14.45 g |
| Fineness | .875 (87.5%) |
| Pure metal | 0.4065 troy oz (12.644 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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14.45 g × .875 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.4065 troy oz
0.4065 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $21.97
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.