1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar"
United States · 1794–1795 · Silver
0.7735 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1794–1795 |
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Gross weight | 26.96 g |
| Fineness | 89.2% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.7735 ozt (24.06 g) |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Edge | Lettered with decorations between words |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Robert Scot |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Female bust right with flowing hair, 15 stars around
Reverse
Small eagle with spread wings within wreath
About this coin’s value
The 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar" contains 0.7735 troy ounces of silver (89.2% fine, 26.96 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Silver Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in how to calculate silver melt value, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar"?
Each 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar" contains about 0.7735 troy ounces of pure silver — its 26.96 g gross weight at 89.2% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar"?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.7735 troy oz × the current silver spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar" minted?
The 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar" was issued 1794–1795.
Who designed the 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar"?
The 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar" was designed by Robert Scot.
How big is a 1 Dollar "Flowing Hair Dollar"?
It weighs 26.96 g and measures 39 mm across (silver (.8924) (.1076 copper)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.