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Sell silver coins: what they're worth and where to sell
Most silver coins sell close to their melt value. As of Oct 15, 2026 6:36 PM ET, at silver spot $57.45/oz, a 90% silver quarter melts at $10.39, a Morgan dollar at $44.43 and a 1 oz Silver Eagle at $57.45, per Bullion Price Check. Collectible dates can be worth more.
Key facts
- Silver spot: $57.45/troy oz
- Data time: Oct 15, 2026 6:36 PM ET
Silver coin melt values now
| Coin | Fine silver (ozt) | Melt |
|---|---|---|
| 90% silver dime (Mercury, Roosevelt pre-1965) | 0.07234 | $4.16 |
| 90% silver quarter (Washington 1932–1964) | 0.18084 | $10.39 |
| 90% silver half dollar (1964 Kennedy, Franklin, Walking Liberty) | 0.36169 | $20.78 |
| Morgan / Peace silver dollar | 0.77344 | $44.43 |
| 40% silver Kennedy half dollar (1965–1970) | 0.14792 | $8.50 |
| Silver war nickel (1942–1945) | 0.05626 | $3.23 |
| American Silver Eagle (1 oz) | 1.0 | $57.45 |
| Silver Maple Leaf (1 oz) | 1.0 | $57.45 |
Who pays the most when you sell silver coins
| Product | Dealer | Buyback bid | vs melt | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz American Silver Eagle | Hero Bullion | $55.13 | 96.0% of melt | · source |
| Kitco | $51.24 | 89.2% of melt | · source | |
| 1 oz Silver Maple Leaf | Kitco | $51.24 | 89.2% of melt | · source |
| $1 face 90% junk silver | No public buyback price readable right now | |||
Ranked strictly by bid, highest first; rankings are never paid. Bids are copied from each dealer's public sell-to-us page with the time we read them, and exclude shipping, minimums (e.g. Hero Bullion requires $1,000) and payment terms. Dealers that block automated reads or show no public per-product bid (APMEX, SD Bullion, JM Bullion, Money Metals and others) are not listed. Always confirm a locked quote before shipping.
Where to sell: the main options
| Channel | Typical speed | Price | Risk / effort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local coin shop | Same day | Varies widely by shop; call 3+ | Low; watch them test |
| Online dealer buyback | Days (ship, inspect, paid by check/wire) | Often competitive on sovereign coins and big bars | Shipping/insurance rules; lock-in window |
| Peer-to-peer / coin shows | Varies | Often highest, closer to retail | Highest scam risk and effort |
| Pawn shop / "we buy gold" event | Same day | Commonly reported as lowest | Low effort, low payout |
Step-by-step process, scam checklist and US tax basics: How to sell silver & gold for the best price. Dealers we track are listed on our dealer page.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I sell silver coins?
Local coin shops, online dealer buyback programs, coin shows and established collector marketplaces. Bids differ, so ask several.
Are my silver coins worth more than melt?
Common bullion coins and circulated junk silver trade near melt. Key dates, proofs, graded or high-grade coins can be worth much more; have them checked by a numismatist before selling as melt.
How are junk silver coins priced?
By face value or silver content: $1 face of circulated 90% coins holds about 0.715 troy oz, about $41.08 at today's spot.
Should I clean my coins before selling?
No. Cleaning lowers collector value and never adds melt value.