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92.5% vs 80.0% silver

Posted: Mon May 02, 2022 2:30 pm
by Hndymanbill
GeorgeV 50 cent the date is worn off completely. I know 1919 is 92.5% later dates are 80.0%.Weights are only .04 grams apart. Any ideas on how to tell the 92.5 from the 80.0?

Re: 92.5% vs 80.0% silver

Posted: Mon May 02, 2022 2:47 pm
by Bill in Burl
Just the "ring" when it's dropped on a table will tell you. More Ag, the higher the pitch.

Re: 92.5% vs 80.0% silver

Posted: Sat May 07, 2022 5:58 pm
by Hndymanbill
Thanks for that assist Bill in burl ,from bill in Dundas Cheers :D

Re: 92.5% vs 80.0% silver

Posted: Sun May 15, 2022 10:52 pm
by CanuckCoinGirl
Bill in Burl wrote:
Mon May 02, 2022 2:47 pm
Just the "ring" when it's dropped on a table will tell you. More Ag, the higher the pitch.
really... never thought of that... need to try!