I have a half-dollar coin and I'm wondering if it's made of real silver. How can I verify its authenticity? I'm looking for ways to distinguish a genuine silver half-dollar from a fake one.
7 answers
Dario
Sat Nov 16 2024
Coins minted between the years 1794 and 1964 are what we're interested in here.
ShintoSanctum
Sat Nov 16 2024
During this period, silver half-dollars were produced without any lettering or markings along their outer edge.
KimchiQueenCharm
Sat Nov 16 2024
Determining the composition of your half-dollar coin is straightforward.
Maria
Sat Nov 16 2024
The absence of any words, letters, or designs on the edge is a key identifier.
CryptoPioneer
Sat Nov 16 2024
You need to focus on the edge of the coin for a clear indication.