Generic 1 oz Silver Rounds - Random Mint, Random Design Generic 1 oz silver rounds are popular because they are affordable, easy to store and stack. Some of these rounds are similar in size to one ounce but are twice the thickness. Others are have a similar thickness to one ounce rounds but have a wider diameter. The design and mint of rounds you receive will vary based on dealer inventory at the time you place your order. These are secondary market 1 oz .999 silver rounds and could be a mix of designs and mints. The specific rounds you receive could include Sunshine Minting, Asahi Refining, Scottsdale Mint or others. You can expect the round you receive to be made of .999 fine silver and weigh 1 troy oz. The exact generic 1 oz. silver round you receive will be determined by dealer inventory at the time you order. Random 1 oz Silver Round Highlights: Each round contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver. Rounds are randomly selected at time of order from available dealer inventory of brands. May include a mix of new or secondary market silver rounds. Diverse mix of Silver rounds from numerous manufacturers such as Sunshine Minting, Republic Metals Corp, Silvertowne and many others. Designs will vary, which can add some collectibility.
One of the most iconic coin designs on modern circulation US coinage is the image of President George Washington on the US Quarter. Debuting in 1932 and maintaining its place on the obverse to this day, Washington’s portrait is the longest running design on an American circulation coin today. Coin Highlights: Bears an individual face value of $.25 (USD) backed by the federal government. Obverse features John Flanagan’s left-profile bust of Washington. Reverse includes the national seal. George Washington’s image was not originally destined to appear on the US Quarter, or last for as long as it has. Now available on the US Quarter for more than 80 years, the congressional commission established in 1924 to organized a bicentennial celebration in 1932 of Washington’s 200 th birthday actually sought to place his image on the half-dollar coin. The idea was to celebrate the 200 th birthday of Washington, born in 1732, by replacing the Walking Liberty design on the nation’s half-dollar coin for just the 1932 issue year. Instead, Congress opted to permanently replace the Standing Liberty quarter design starting in 1932. The latter coin was canceled in 1930, no quarters were issued in 1931, and the coins returned in 1932 with Washington’s effigy. The Silver Washington Quarters contained within all feature issue dates from 1932 to 1964, as the US Mint abandoned 90% silver contents for all circulation coins starting in 1965. On the obverse of the Silver Washington Quarter is the left-profile bust of President George Washington. Designed by John Flanagan in 1932, it is said to be inspired both by a sculpting of Washington in 1786 by William Cousins and a plaster buster of Washington by Houden completed in the same year. The reverse of 90% Silver Washington Quarters features the American bald eagle from the national seal. The eagle is set forward facing at the viewer, with its head looking to the left towards the arrows in its left talon, while the right talon clutches the olive branch of peace.
Pre-1965 Franklin Half Dollars The Franklin half dollar, struck by the United States Mint from 1948 to 1963, is a significant piece of American coinage history. Named after one of the Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, this silver coin embodies a blend of historical significance and artistry. Although these silver coins have a legal tender face value of $0.50 (fifty cents USD), their 90% silver makes them worth far more in silver melt value. Since these pre-1965 silver coins are older, they will tend to have standard wear and tear from being in circulation over the years. Coin Highlights: Design and Symbolism: The obverse honors Benjamin Franklin, one of America's founding figures, while the reverse features the Liberty Bell, symbolizing freedom and independence. Composition: Made of 90% silver and 10% copper, these coins offer a significant bullion value, with each dollar of face value containing 0.361 ounces of silver. Production and Mint Marks: Minted at the Philadelphia Mint, Denver Mint, and San Francisco Mint; the Denver Mint (D) and San Francisco Mint (S) coins bear mint marks (mintmarks) above the Liberty Bell's yoke. Philadelphia Mint coins were struck without mint marks. Key Dates and Varieties: Important dates for collectors include 1948, 1949-S, 1953, and 1955. The "Bugs Bunny" variety from 1955, known for the distinctive die clash marks near Franklin's mouth, is a notable variety in the series. Size and Specifications: With a mass of 12.50 grams, a diameter of 30.6 mm (1.204724 inches), and a thickness of 1.8 mm, the coin has a reeded edge and contains 0.36169587 troy ounces of silver. The Franklin half dollar series, terminated in 1963 to honor the late President John F. Kennedy with the Kennedy half dollar, remains a cherished collectible due to its historical context and silver content. The obverse features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin, an idea brought to life by Mint Director Nellie Tayloe Ross and engraved by John R. Sinnock. The words included on the obverse side are “LIBERTY,” the mintage year, and the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.” The reverse design showcases the iconic Liberty Bell, complete with its distinctive crack, accompanied by a small eagle to comply with the legal requirement for an eagle on half dollars according to the Mint Act of 1873. The words on the reverse side include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “HALF DOLLAR,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” Immerse yourself in the historical significance and exquisite design of the Franklin Half Dollar, crafted with precision and beauty.
The US Nickel has a unique history that sets it apart from many other American denominations. First introduced in 1792 and produced from 1794 to 1805, the nickel was originally known as the US half disme, an old spelling for the word “dime.” It wasn’t until 1866 that the US 5-cent coin was known as the nickel. Among the unique issues of this coin, the War Nickels of the 20th century are by far the most sought-after. Coin Highlights: Dated 1942 to 1945! Features 35% silver per coin! Bears a total face value of $0.05 (USD) backed by the federal government. President Thomas Jefferson is on the obverse. His home at Monticello is on the reverse. Known as War Nickels, these are the only issues of the US nickel to feature silver content and are extremely limited to dates of 1942-1945. The coins are all in circulated condition and show common signs of wear and tear associated with handling in commercial transactions. The United States Mint introduced the 35% Silver War Nickel amidst World War II when certain metals were considered essential to the war effort. Nickel was one of the most important metals and the US Mint had to find a way to remove all of the nickel content from the 5-cent piece without opening up the coin to increased counterfeiting. The result was a coin with 35% silver content in its metal composition alongside 56% copper and 9% manganese. President Thomas Jefferson is featured in left-profile relief on the obverse of 35% Silver War Nickels. This design was only recently introduced in 1938 by the US Mint to replace the Buffalo Nickel design and by mid-1942 was the first to ever appear on a silver nickel with the introduction of the War Nickels. Jefferson’s home at Monticello in the state of Virginia is found in the reverse design element of the 35% Silver War Nickel. The Jefferson Nickel remains in circulation today in the United States, though the designs on both sides of the coin have been modified in the 80-plus years since that time.
** The Kennedy Half Dollar design from the United States Mint is the most recent and current design for the 50-cent piece. The design was conceived of quickly following President Kennedy’s assassination in November 1963. By January 1964, a bust of the president was ready for production on the half dollar. Coin Highlights: Kennedy 90% silver dollars issued only in 1964! Each coin contains .3619 Troy oz of actual silver content Issued individual face values of $.50 (USD) by the United States. Obverse depicts President John F. Kennedy in left-profile relief. Reverse includes the Presidential Seal of the United States of America. The first Kennedy Half Dollar Coins issued by the United States Mint were released in March 1964. Specimens from that year are difficult to find as many Americans hoarded the circulation 50-cent piece coins as a memento of the fallen president. Frank Gasparro and Gilroy Roberts, US Mint Engraver-Artists were responsible for the production of the designs found on these coins. On the obverse of 90% Silver Kennedy Half Dollar Coins is a depiction of President John F. Kennedy in left-profile relief. The design includes the word “Liberty” stretched across the entire top half of the design rocker. “In God We Trust” is at the bottom of Kennedy’s bust and the date mark for the coins is inscribed along the bottom rocker of the design field. The reverse of 90% Silver Kennedy Half Dollars features a version of the Great Seal of the President of the United States of America. This image includes the American bald eagle with wings spread and the US heraldic shield on its chest. The eagle clutches arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other. Gilroy Roberts and Frank Gasparro’s designs of the presidential seal and the president’s bust on these coins are unique in that both had the approval of President John F. Kennedy himself. These designs were modified from Presidential Medals produced early in President Kennedy’s term as President of the United States. The president himself approved the designs for the medals and each one was adapted for use on the Half Dollar following his death. ** SPECIFICATIONS: Year 1964 Mint Mark Varies Purity .900 Manufacturer US Mint Thickness 2.15 mm Diameter 30.6 mm Condition Varied Face Value .50 Issuing Country United States Obverse Designer Gilroy Roberts Reverse Designer Frank Gasparro Edge Design Reeded Series 90% Kennedy Half Dollar
