1 Dollar (Trial Strike)
United States · 1971 · Silver
0.3162 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1971 |
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Composition | Billon (.400 silver) (Copper .600) |
| Gross weight | 24.59 g |
| Fineness | 40.0% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.3162 ozt (9.84 g) |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
About this coin’s value
The 1 Dollar (Trial Strike) contains 0.3162 troy ounces of silver (40.0% fine, 24.59 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 (Trial Strike)?
Each 1 Dollar (Trial Strike) contains about 0.3162 troy ounces of pure silver — its 24.59 g gross weight at 40.0% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 1 Dollar (Trial Strike)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.3162 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 (Trial Strike) minted?
The 1 Dollar (Trial Strike) was issued 1971.
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.