A Syria 50 Piastres (60% Silver, 1947) contains 0.0965 troy oz of pure silver, worth $5.21 at today's spot price.
Syria struck the 50 Piastres silver coin in 1947 in 60% silver. Each coin weighs 5 g and holds 0.0965 troy oz (3.000 g) of pure silver. The piastre was also used in Cambodia, Cyprus, Egypt, French Cochin China, French Indo-China, Lebanon and other countries.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 25, 2:59 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 | 1947 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 50 Piastres |
| Composition | 60% silver |
| Gross weight | 5 g |
| Fineness | .600 (60%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0965 troy oz (3 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 × .600 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0965 troy oz
0.0965 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $5.21
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.