Intrinsic value July 21, 2022 by The BBS Agency The value of the metal(s) contained in a numismatic item. The United States issues contained their intrinsic value in metal until 1933 for gold coins and 1964 for silver coins. Modern U.S. coins are termed fiat currency. Related Articles: GSI - Hereโs What You Might Have Missed Last Week (Ending 6.23.23)