Quarters ยท 1892-1916
Barber Quarter Melt Value
A Barber quarter contains 0.1808 troy ounces of silver. At today's spot of $52.65, that is $9.52 in silver per coin.
Melt value
$9.52
Per coin: $9.52
Quick values
| Amount | Pure silver | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.1808 oz | $9.52 |
| 1 roll (40 coins) | 7.2339 oz | $380.87 |
| 10 coins | 1.8085 oz | $95.22 |
| 100 coins | 18.0848 oz | $952.16 |
Specifications
| Years | 1892-1916 |
| Purity | 90% silver |
| Total weight | 6.25 g |
| Pure silver content | 0.1808 troy oz |
| Face value | $0.25 |
How to tell
Every Barber quarter is 90% silver.
Melt value vs. selling price
Melt value is the metal alone. What you get for a Barber quarter depends on condition, date and who is buying. Common worn coins usually sell close to melt. Key dates, rare mint marks and high grades can be worth much more, so look those up before selling for metal.
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