Danish W. Indies Silver Coin Melt Values - Live Calculator
The table below lists each denomination and computes live melt value from the current silver spot price of $66.63 per troy ounce.
| Coin | Face Value | Years | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Qty | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cents | 10 | 1905 | .800 | 2.5 | 2.00 | .0643 | $0.00 | |
| 1905-1907 | 10 | 1905 | 20 | Cents | .800 | 5 | $0.00 | |
| 1905-1907 | 10 | 1905 | 40 | Cents | .800 | 10 | $0.00 | |
| Grand Total | $0.00 | |||||||
Country Silver Coin History
The Danish West Indies, now known as the U.S. Virgin Islands, were a Danish colony until 1917. Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, various silver coins were minted for use in the islands. These coins have become collectibles due to their rarity and historical significance. Below is a summary of the silver coins issued by the Danish West Indies, detailing their silver purity, denomination, and characteristics.
19th Century Silver Coins
- 1/5 Rigsdaler (1849-1872)
- Silver Purity: 60%
- Denomination: 1/5 Rigsdaler
- Characteristics: This coin featured the portrait of the Danish monarch on the obverse and the denomination on the reverse. It was widely circulated in the Danish West Indies and was one of the larger silver coins of the time.
- 10 Cents (1859-1876)
- Silver Purity: 60%
- Denomination: 10 Cents
- Characteristics: A smaller denomination coin used for everyday transactions. It featured the Danish royal crest and inscriptions in Danish.
- 20 Cents (1874-1904)
- Silver Purity: 60%
- Denomination: 20 Cents
- Characteristics: A widely circulated coin that featured a similar design to the 10-cent coin, with the Danish monarch's portrait on one side and the denomination on the reverse.
20th Century Silver Coins
- 50 Cents (1904-1917)
- Silver Purity: 80%
- Denomination: 50 Cents
- Characteristics: These coins were issued toward the end of Danish rule in the West Indies. They featured the portrait of King Christian IX on the obverse and the Danish coat of arms on the reverse. This coin was used in larger commercial transactions.
- 1 Franc (1904-1917)
- Silver Purity: 80%
- Denomination: 1 Franc
- Characteristics: A large denomination silver coin used extensively in trade and commerce. It bore the likeness of the Danish monarch and the coat of arms.
These coins are now highly sought after by collectors for their historical and numismatic value. The 50 Cents and 1 Franc coins, in particular, are prized for their high silver content and scarcity, especially in higher-grade conditions.
