American Silver Eagle (1 oz) melt value
United States, 1986–present. Contains 1 troy oz of pure silver. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Years | 1986–present |
| Composition | .999 fine silver |
| Total weight | 31.103 g |
| Purity | .999 (99.9% silver) |
| Pure silver | 31.103 g (1 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 40.6 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | Adolph A. Weinman (Walking Liberty design) |
| Reverse design | John Mercanti (1986–2021), Emily Damstra (2021–present) |
| Face value | $1.00 |
| Standard roll / tube | 20 coins |
Specifications: U.S. Mint specifications and U.S. coinage law.
Common questions
How much silver is in a American Silver Eagle (1 oz)?
A American Silver Eagle (1 oz) contains 1 troy ounces (31.103 grams) of pure silver. It weighs 31.103 grams in total and is .999 fine.
How is the melt value of a American Silver Eagle (1 oz) calculated?
Multiply the pure silver content (1 troy oz) by the current silver spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
What will a dealer pay for a American Silver Eagle (1 oz)?
Bullion coins and bars are usually bought close to the spot value of their metal content, while dealers sell them at a premium over spot. Ask any buyer what percent of melt they are paying and compare.
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Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.