Venezuela Silver Coin Value 

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Silver coins were in regular circulation in Venezuela. The values below represent the intrinsic value of silver coins from Venezuela.

Venezuela silver coins that are in uncirculated condition, or that may be rare and collectible may also have numismatic value. You can use this table as a guide when buying and selling circulated silver coins from Venezuela.

The melt values are calculated and displayed in USD based on the today's silver spot price of $30.05 per troy ounce.

 
 
Denomination / Currency Years Minted Fineness Gross Weight (g) ASW (g) ASW (oz t) Melt Value
1/4 Bolivar 1894- 1960 .835 1.25 1.04 .0336 $1.01
1/2 Bolivar 1879- 1960 .835 2.5 2.09 .0671 $2.02
1 Bolivar 1879- 1965 .835 5 4.18 .1342 $4.03
2 Bolivares 1879- 1965 .835 10 8.35 .2685 $8.07
5 Bolivares 1879- 1936 .835 25 20.88 .6711 $20.17
10 Bolivares 1973 .900 30 27.00 .8681 $26.09

Venezuela Silver Coins

19th and 20th Century Silver Coins of Venezuela

Venezuela 5 Bolívares (1879-1936)

  • Purity: 90% Silver
  • Obverse: Portrait of Simón Bolívar, the Venezuelan military and political leader, facing left.
  • Reverse: The national coat of arms with the value "5 BOLIVARES" and the date below.
  • Denomination: 5 Bolívares
  • Numismatic Value: $25 to $500 depending on condition and rarity

Venezuela 2 Bolívares (1887-1930)

  • Purity: 83.5% Silver
  • Obverse: Portrait of Simón Bolívar.
  • Reverse: National coat of arms with the denomination inscribed.
  • Denomination: 2 Bolívares
  • Numismatic Value: $15 to $300 depending on condition and mint mark

Venezuela 1 Bolívar (1873-1935)

  • Purity: 83.5% Silver
  • Obverse: Simón Bolívar's portrait.
  • Reverse: National coat of arms with the value "1 BOLIVAR" inscribed.
  • Denomination: 1 Bolívar
  • Numismatic Value: $10 to $150 depending on condition

Venezuela 50 Céntimos (1879-1936)

  • Purity: 83.5% Silver
  • Obverse: Simón Bolívar's portrait.
  • Reverse: National coat of arms with the denomination "50 CÉNTIMOS."
  • Denomination: 50 Céntimos
  • Numismatic Value: $5 to $50 depending on condition

Venezuela 25 Céntimos (1887-1936)

  • Purity: 83.5% Silver
  • Obverse: Portrait of Simón Bolívar.
  • Reverse: National coat of arms with the value "25 CÉNTIMOS."
  • Denomination: 25 Céntimos
  • Numismatic Value: $3 to $40 depending on condition

Points of Interest

The 5 Bolívares coin, known as "El Fuerte," was one of the most iconic Venezuelan silver coins and featured the image of Simón Bolívar. This coin became a symbol of strength and stability for the Venezuelan currency during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In 1936, the production of silver coins stopped as Venezuela transitioned to coins made of less expensive metals, reflecting broader changes in global coinage trends.

Many of the Venezuelan silver coins are highly sought after by collectors, particularly those minted in Caracas, as they are considered scarcer than coins minted in other locations.

Bolívar's portrait is consistent across most of the denominations, emphasizing the national hero’s importance to the country’s identity and independence.

Use this guide to determine the melt value of Venezuela silver coins.