A US silver dollar typically refers to the Morgan or Peace Silver Dollars, which were minted primarily between the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Here’s a breakdown of their size:
- Diameter: Both the Morgan and Peace Silver Dollars have a diameter of 1.500 inches (38.10 mm). This is the same diameter as the Eisenhower dollar, which is the last regular-issue dollar coin to have been minted in this larger size.
- Weight: Morgan and Peace Silver Dollars weigh 0.859 troy ounces of silver.
- Composition: These coins are composed of 99.9% silver.
- Thickness: The Morgan Silver Dollar has a thickness of 2.40 mm, while the Peace Silver Dollar has a thickness of 3.10 mm.
It’s important to note that the American Silver Eagle, while a silver dollar coin, has a slightly different size:
- Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60 mm).
- Weight: 1.000 troy ounce of silver.
- Thickness: 2.90mm.
How big is silver dollar size?
Great question! Physical Characteristics: Size: Silver Dollars can grow to about 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) in length, depending on the species.