Uruguay Silver Coin Melt Values - Live Calculator
The table below lists each denomination and computes live melt value from the current silver spot price of $66.69 per troy ounce.
| Coin | Face Value | Years | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Qty | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peso | 1 | 1917 | .900 | 25 | 22.50 | .7234 | $0.00 | |
| Peso | 1 | 1942 | .720 | 9 | 6.48 | .2083 | $0.00 | |
| Pesos | 10 | 1961 | .900 | 12.5 | 11.25 | .3617 | $0.00 | |
| Pesos | 1000 | 1969 | .900 | 25 | 22.50 | .7234 | $0.00 | |
| Centisimos | 20 | 1920 - 1930 | .800 | 5 | 4.00 | .1286 | $0.00 | |
| Centisimos | 20 | 1942 - 1954 | .720 | 3 | 2.16 | .0694 | $0.00 | |
| Centisimos | 50 | 1916 - 1917 | .900 | 12.5 | 11.25 | .3617 | $0.00 | |
| Centisimos | 50 | 1943 | .720 | 7 | 5.04 | .162 | $0.00 | |
| Grand Total | $0.00 | |||||||
Country Silver Coin History
19th and 20th Century Silver Coins of Uruguay
Uruguay 1 Peso (1854-1917)
- Purity: 90% Silver (1854-1893) / 83.5% Silver (1893-1917)
- Obverse: The national emblem of Uruguay featuring the sun, a balance, and various symbols of liberty and justice.
- Reverse: Denomination "1 PESO" in the center, surrounded by the date and a laurel wreath.
- Denomination: 1 Peso
- Numismatic Value: $30 to $500 depending on condition and rarity
Uruguay 50 Céntimos (1869-1917)
- Purity: 90% Silver (1869-1893) / 83.5% Silver (1893-1917)
- Obverse: National emblem with symbols representing Uruguay's sovereignty and independence.
- Reverse: Denomination "50 CÉNTIMOS" in the center, with a wreath and date surrounding it.
- Denomination: 50 Céntimos
- Numismatic Value: $15 to $150 depending on condition
Uruguay 20 Céntimos (1869-1917)
- Purity: 90% Silver (1869-1893) / 83.5% Silver (1893-1917)
- Obverse: National emblem of Uruguay.
- Reverse: Denomination "20 CÉNTIMOS" surrounded by wreaths and the date of minting.
- Denomination: 20 Céntimos
- Numismatic Value: $10 to $100 depending on condition
Interesting Facts
The 1 Peso coin, introduced in 1854, was the backbone of Uruguay's silver coinage. Its design elements reflect the country's early struggles for independence and liberty.
Uruguay transitioned its silver content from 90% to 83.5% in 1893, similar to other nations adjusting silver purity in response to the global decline in silver prices.
Uruguayan silver coins are relatively rare compared to other South American nations, making them highly sought after by collectors, especially in high grades or mint-state conditions.
Many Uruguayan silver coins feature the sun symbol, representing the "Sun of May," a nod to the country's independence and ties to other South American revolutions.
Uruguayan silver coins were minted in various locations including Montevideo, and certain rarer mint marks can increase a coin’s value significantly.
