Precious Metal Calculators
Curious about the current value of your precious metal investments?
Use our powerful calculators to find out how much your gold and silver are worth today.
You can also use our Premium Calculator to see the premium you’re paying on bullion and numismatic coins — compare retail prices with spot prices to better understand your investment and make informed decisions.
How to use the Silver Calculator
Enter Silver Spot Price Enter the current spot price of silver per ounce (USD).
Before entering, check the latest prices from trusted market sources.
Select your silver weight Use the slider to select the weight of your silver coin or bar in ounces.
*1 ounce is approximately 31.1 grams.
Enter USD/JPY Exchange Rate Enter the latest US Dollar to Japanese Yen exchange rate.
You can get it from your bank, forex sites, or financial news.
Show Results
Price in USD: Shows the value of silver based on spot price and weight.
Price in JPY: Automatically converts USD prices to Japanese Yen using the exchange rate you enter.
Tip for investors: Always use the latest spot prices and exchange rates to get an accurate valuation.
Silver Investment
Silver is the second most popular precious metal for investment after gold, and at the same time, it is a unique metal with very strong industrial demand. For this reason, investors sometimes call silver "little gold," but its volatile price and future potential make it more than just an alternative asset. Here, we will answer common questions investors have, provide FAQs, and explain the concept with examples using calculators.
1. What is the appeal of investing in silver?
Affordable: It is significantly cheaper than gold, making it easy to start with a small amount.
Expanding industrial demand: This metal is essential for next-generation industries such as solar panels, 5G, and electric vehicles.
High volatility: Prices fluctuate greatly in the short term, so if used properly, there are great profit opportunities.
2. Typical Purity and Types of Silver
.999 Pure Silver (Fine Silver): Most common for investment purposes. Examples: American Silver Eagle, Canadian Maple Leaf.
.925 Sterling Silver: For jewelry and antiques. Not suitable for investment.
90% silver (junk silver): US coins issued before 1965. Calculations must be made by weight.
3. Examples using computers
Example 1: 1 oz Silver Eagle spot price $25, exchange rate 150 yen/USD → approximately ¥3,750.
Example 2: 100oz bar spot $25 × 100 = $2,500 → exchange rate 150 yen/USD = ¥375,000.
4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why are small silver coins more expensive?
A: One ounce and fractional coins are expensive to produce and command a large premium.
Q: Is silver a better investment than gold?
A: Silver has high volatility and growth potential, but is less stable than gold. Diversification is the best investment.
Q: Which silver should I buy for investment?
A: Globally recognized government-issued bullion coins (Eagle, Maple, Philharmonic) are best.
Q: Is jewelry silver an investment?
A: No. Its purity is low and it is often not considered an investment on the resale market.
5. Advice for investors
Always check the latest spot prices and exchange rates.
Compare the calculator results with the dealer's selling price to determine whether the premium is reasonable.
For long-term investments, use bars of 100 ounces or more to reduce fees.
If you are looking for short-term investment or liquidity, choose the 1 ounce silver coin.