A Timor 50 Avos (Silver) contains 0.0731 troy oz of pure silver, worth $3.95 at today's spot price.
Timor struck the 50 Avos silver coin from 1945 to 1951 in 65% silver. Each coin weighs 3.5 g and holds 0.0731 troy oz (2.275 g) of pure silver. The avo was also used in Macao.
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 | 1945–1951 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 50 Avos |
| Composition | 65% silver |
| Gross weight | 3.5 g |
| Fineness | .650 (65%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0731 troy oz (2.275 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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3.5 g × .650 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0731 troy oz
0.0731 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $3.95
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.