Fernandina Island: The Youngest Island of the Galapagos. The Galapagos Islands were formed by volcanic activity. The oldest islands, EspaÃ±ola and San Cristobal, are found on the Eastern part of the archipelago. Fernandina Island, one of the westernmost islands, is also one of the newest: It is still being formed by the islandâs own active volcano.
Silver-plating charges depend on the size of a piece and its base metal. For example, replating a creamer and sugar-bowl set is $40 for the pair. To replate a 5-by-10-inch undecorated tray costs $22 to $25. Replating teapots can cost $30 to $40. Tea trays are $100 and up.
A Change in Silver Content. The following years however, 1965 through 1970 the metal alloy composition was changed to a 40% silver content and an additional total of more than 846 million were minted. Minimum value of these halves is $2.53 each with silver in the $17.90 per ounce price range.