SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732
THE MIDDLE COLONIES NEW YORK DELAWARE NEW JERSEY PENNSYLVANIA
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Question
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Silversmiths’ melted silver coins to make silver cups, spoons, and ____
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plates
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belts
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spurs
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Melting them down would be a waste of money. For example, a 1922 Peace dollar in fantastic condition can sell for around $50, while its melt value is just $18.
Detailed explanation-2: -Gold and silver coins follow the same legal pattern as pennies and nickels. It is illegal to sell the melted-down metal for profit, but coin pressing and creative endeavors such as jewelry making are legal.
Detailed explanation-3: -Melting Crucible is mostly used for melting precious metals, such as Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Brass and more.
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