Cryptocurrency Q&A How do you know if a half-dollar coin is real silver?

How do you know if a half-dollar coin is real silver?

CryptoTitanGuard CryptoTitanGuard Fri Nov 15 2024 | 7 answers 1109
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. How do you know if a half-dollar coin is real silver?

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Dario Dario Sat Nov 16 2024
Coins minted between the years 1794 and 1964 are what we're interested in here.

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ShintoSanctum ShintoSanctum Sat Nov 16 2024
During this period, silver half-dollars were produced without any lettering or markings along their outer edge.

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KimchiQueenCharm KimchiQueenCharm Sat Nov 16 2024
Determining the composition of your half-dollar coin is straightforward.

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Maria Maria Sat Nov 16 2024
The absence of any words, letters, or designs on the edge is a key identifier.

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CryptoPioneer CryptoPioneer Sat Nov 16 2024
You need to focus on the edge of the coin for a clear indication.

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