Silver Eagle
American Silver Eagle Value
How much is an American Silver Eagle worth? Each contains 1 troy ounce of .999 silver. See melt value across spot prices and why Eagles sell over spot.
Calculate coin valueThe American Silver Eagle is the U.S. Mint's official silver bullion coin, struck since 1986. Each contains exactly one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, so its melt value equals the silver spot price.
Unlike junk silver, Silver Eagles trade at a premium over melt to cover minting and dealer margin. The chart below shows the melt (spot) value; the market price is that figure plus the current premium.
Coin facts
| Coin | Years | Silver | Weight | Pure silver |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Silver Eagle | 1986-present | .999 | 31.103 g | 1.0000 ozt |
Melt value at different silver prices
Melt value = pure silver content × silver spot price. Figures are for common-date coins; rare dates and high grades can be worth more to collectors.
| Silver spot | American Silver Eagle |
|---|---|
| $25.00/ozt | $25.00 |
| $30.00/ozt | $30.00 |
| $35.00/ozt | $35.00 |
| $40.00/ozt | $40.00 |
| $45.00/ozt | $45.00 |
| $50.00/ozt | $50.00 |
| $60.00/ozt | $60.00 |
| $70.00/ozt | $70.00 |
For a live figure at the current spot price, use the coin silver calculator or weigh a lot in the main calculator.
Silver Eagle questions
How much silver is in a Silver Eagle?
An American Silver Eagle contains exactly one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, so its melt value equals the live silver spot price.
Is a Silver Eagle worth more than spot?
Yes. Silver Eagles sell at a premium over melt to cover minting and dealer margin. The melt value equals spot; the market price is melt plus the premium.
What years were Silver Eagles made?
The U.S. Mint has struck American Silver Eagles every year since 1986. The reverse design was updated to the "Type 2" eagle in 2021.
How much is a Silver Eagle worth?
At a $58 silver spot, the melt value is about $58.00 (1 troy ounce). Expect to pay or receive melt plus a premium of a few dollars per coin in the market.