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TL;DR
- A gram of pure silver is worth about 1/31 of the price per troy ounce. The live value is below.
- Sterling silver (.925) is worth 92.5% of that, and coin silver (.900) 90%.
- To value a piece, weigh it in grams and multiply by the price for its purity. That’s melt value; buyers pay less.
- LemonTrades follows the silver price for you, with alerts on sharp moves and the likely cause.
Here’s what a gram of silver is worth right now.
What common pieces weigh
| Piece | Typical weight | Sterling melt value now |
|---|---|---|
| A ring | 3 to 8 grams | $– |
| A chain | 10 to 30 grams | $– |
| A spoon | 25 to 50 grams | $– |
| A bracelet | 15 to 40 grams | $– |
Values use the middle weight. Weigh yours, and leave out stones, steel clasps and weighted bases on candlesticks.
Check the stamp first
Look for 999, 925, Sterling or 900. “Silver plate,” “EP,” “EPNS” and “nickel silver” mean little or no silver. Not sure? See what 925 silver is and is silver magnetic. Bigger amounts: a kilo of silver.
Sources
Education, not financial advice. See our disclaimer.
