which american coins are silver

[RyleeRose]

Hello! That's a great question, as many people have old silver coins and don't even know it. It's fun to check your spare change for a treasure.

Generally speaking, many common United States coins that were minted in 1964 or earlier are made of silver. You'll want to look for silver dollars, half dollars, quarters, and dimes from those years. These are often referred to in the coin world as "junk silver," not because they're worthless, but because their value is tied to the silver they contain rather than their rarity.

In addition to these older circulated coins, there are also silver bullion coins, which are specifically produced for collectors and investors and are not intended for general circulation. So, keep an eye on the date for any dollars, half dollars, quarters, or dimes you come across