Silver Price Per Gram Today
Current silver spot price: $65.56/ozt ·$2.11/g (.999 fine)
Last updated: 8/11/2026, 4:51:42 AM · Live data
Silver Melt Value Calculator
Prices last updated: 8/11/2026, 4:51:42 AM
Dealers typically pay 70–95% of melt. Enter the rate you were quoted.
Silver Price Per Gram by Purity
| Purity | Fineness | Per Gram | Per Ozt |
|---|---|---|---|
| .999 Fine Silver | 0.999 | $2.11 | $65.50 |
| .925 Sterling Silver | 0.925 | $1.95 | $60.65 |
| .900 Coin Silver | 0.9 | $1.90 | $59.01 |
Dealer Payout Per Gram (.999 Fine)
| Payout Rate | Per Gram | Per Dwt |
|---|---|---|
| 70% of melt | $1.48 | $2.29 |
| 80% of melt | $1.69 | $2.62 |
| 90% of melt | $1.90 | $2.95 |
Payout rates vary by dealer. Pawn shops often pay 60–80%, while refiners and coin dealers may pay 85–95%.
About Silver Pricing
Silver is priced per troy ounce on the global spot market, with one troy ounce equaling 31.1035 grams. To find the price per gram, divide the spot price by 31.1035. For sterling silver (.925), multiply that result by 0.925 — because only 92.5% of the weight is pure silver. For coin silver (.900), multiply by 0.900. The price table above shows the current per-gram value at each purity, updated with the live spot price.
Silver is significantly cheaper than gold — currently around $2.11/g for fine silver versus $141.88/g for gold. This means that even large quantities of silver may have a modest total value. A 500-gram sterling tea set contains about 463 grams of pure silver, worth roughly $975.97 at current spot. The same weight in gold would be worth tens of thousands of dollars.
When selling silver, dealers pay a percentage of melt value — typically 70–85% for sterling flatware and jewelry, and 85–95% for .999 bullion. The lower rates for sterling reflect the cost of refining the alloy to separate the silver from copper. Large quantities (over 1,000 grams) usually get better rates. Always compare offers from multiple buyers, and know your melt value before negotiating.
Silver prices are more volatile than gold, moving with industrial demand (solar panels, electronics, medical applications) as well as investment demand. The spot price can change several percent in a single day. Use the calculator on this page to check the current value whenever you are considering selling — the price updates automatically.
Silver Price Per Gram FAQ
What is the current silver price per gram?
The current silver price per gram is $2.11 for .999 fine silver. Sterling silver (.925) is $1.95/g, and coin silver (.900) is $1.90/g. These values update with the live spot price.
How is the silver price per gram calculated?
The silver spot price is quoted per troy ounce. To get the price per gram, divide the spot price by 31.1035 (the number of grams in a troy ounce). For sterling, multiply by 0.925. For coin silver, multiply by 0.900.
What is the difference between .999 and .925 silver?
.999 fine silver is 99.9% pure — used for bullion bars and coins. .925 sterling silver is 92.5% pure — used for jewelry and flatware. Sterling is harder and more durable because of the 7.5% copper content, but it is worth less per gram than fine silver.
Is silver priced per gram or per ounce?
Silver is quoted per troy ounce on the spot market, but most retail silver (jewelry, scrap, small items) is priced per gram. One troy ounce equals 31.1035 grams. Use the price table on this page for per-gram values at each purity.