Ceylon Silver Coin Melt Values - Live Calculator
The table below lists each denomination and computes live melt value from the current silver spot price of $66.76 per troy ounce.
| Coin | Face Value | Years | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Qty | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cents | 10 | 1892 - 1917 | 0.8 | 1.17 | 0.94 | 0.0301 | $0.00 | |
| Cents | 10 | 1919 - 1941 | 0.55 | 1.17 | 0.64 | 0.0207 | $0.00 | |
| Cents | 25 | 1892 - 1917 | 0.8 | 2.92 | 2.34 | 0.0751 | $0.00 | |
| Cents | 25 | 1919 - 1926 | 0.55 | 2.92 | 1.61 | 0.0516 | $0.00 | |
| Rupees | 5 | 1957 | 0.925 | 28.28 | 26.16 | 0.841 | $0.00 | |
| Cents | 50 | 1892 - 1942 | 0.8 | 5.83 | 4.66 | 0.15 | $0.00 | |
| Cents | 50 | 1919 - 1929 | 0.55 | 5.83 | 3.21 | 0.1031 | $0.00 | |
| Grand Total | $0.00 | |||||||
Country Silver Coin History
The history of silver coins in Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, spans several centuries and reflects the island's diverse cultural and political history. Here is an overview:
Ancient Period
In ancient times, Ceylon was known for its flourishing trade, and coins were part of this vibrant commercial activity. The earliest known silver coins in Ceylon date back to the Anuradhapura Kingdom (377 BCE – 1017 CE). These coins were primarily influenced by Indian coinage systems, especially from the Maurya and Gupta empires. They typically featured symbols like elephants, swastikas, and trees.
Medieval Period
During the medieval period, various kingdoms such as the Polonnaruwa (1056 – 1236 CE) and Kotte (1412 – 1597 CE) continued to mint their own coins. These coins often had intricate designs and inscriptions in the native Brahmi script. Silver coins from this period are rare but highly valued by numismatists.
Colonial Period
Portuguese Era (1505 – 1658)
The arrival of the Portuguese introduced European coinage to Ceylon. The Portuguese minted silver coins known as Larin" which were bar-shaped and often stamped with Arabic inscriptions
