Access Vadodara Silver (VADO-XAG) prices using this API

Access Vadodara Silver (VADO-XAG) Prices Using This API

In the rapidly evolving world of metals trading, having access to real-time data is crucial for making informed decisions. The Metals-API provides developers with the tools necessary to access current and historical prices for various metals, including Silver (XAG). This blog post delves into the capabilities of the Metals-API, focusing on how it can be utilized to track Silver prices and the various endpoints that facilitate this process.

About Silver (XAG)

Silver, represented by the symbol XAG, is not only a precious metal but also a critical component in numerous industrial applications. Its unique properties make it invaluable in sectors such as electronics, solar energy, and medical technology. As industries continue to innovate, the demand for Silver is expected to rise, making it essential for developers and traders to have access to accurate pricing data.

Technological advancements in manufacturing have also led to the integration of smart manufacturing processes, where real-time data plays a pivotal role. The ability to analyze digital market trends and fluctuations in Silver prices can significantly impact supply chain decisions. By leveraging the Metals-API, developers can create applications that provide insights into market dynamics, helping businesses stay ahead of the curve.

API Description

The Metals-API is a powerful tool that offers real-time and historical data for various metals, including Silver. This API empowers developers to build next-generation applications that require accurate and timely metals data. With its innovative approach, the Metals-API transforms how businesses interact with metal pricing, enabling them to make data-driven decisions.

One of the key features of the Metals-API is its ability to provide real-time exchange rates updated at intervals based on the user's subscription plan. This flexibility allows developers to tailor their applications to meet specific needs, whether they require minute-by-minute updates or daily summaries. The API also supports a wide range of endpoints, each designed to cater to different data retrieval needs.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that can be utilized for different purposes. Here are some of the most significant features:

• Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for Silver and other metals. Depending on your subscription plan, updates can occur every 60 minutes or even more frequently. This feature is essential for applications that require the most current pricing information.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for Silver dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, you can retrieve past pricing data, which is invaluable for trend analysis and forecasting.
• Bid and Ask Endpoint: This feature allows you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for Silver, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
• Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion endpoint, enabling users to convert amounts between different metals or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for traders who operate in multiple currencies.
• Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two specified dates. This endpoint is beneficial for analyzing trends over time and understanding market movements.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how Silver prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis. This endpoint provides insights into market volatility, helping traders make informed decisions.
• Carat Endpoint: Retrieve information about Gold rates by carat, which can be useful for businesses dealing in jewelry and precious metals.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: This endpoint allows you to query the API for the lowest and highest prices of Silver over a specified period, providing insights into market extremes.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Get detailed OHLC data for Silver, which is crucial for technical analysis and trading strategies.
• Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, allowing for comprehensive market analysis.
• API Key: Your unique API key is essential for accessing the Metals-API. It must be included in the API base URL's access_key parameter to authenticate your requests.
• API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data interpretation.
• Available Endpoints: The Metals-API features 14 different endpoints, each designed to provide specific functionalities tailored to user needs.
• Supported Symbols Endpoint: This endpoint returns a constantly updated list of all available metal symbols, ensuring developers have access to the latest information.
• News Endpoint: Retrieve the latest news articles related to various metals, keeping users informed about market trends and developments.

List of Symbols

The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols. For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Understanding how to interact with the Metals-API is crucial for developers. Below are examples of various API endpoints and their responses:

Latest Rates Endpoint

Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals.

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1763085742,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-11-14",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744,
        "XCU": 0.294118,
        "XAL": 0.434783,
        "XNI": 0.142857,
        "XZN": 0.344828
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response indicates that the current price of Silver (XAG) is 0.03815 per troy ounce, relative to USD.

Historical Rates Endpoint

Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999.

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1762999342,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-11-13",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This example shows the historical price of Silver on November 13, 2025, allowing for analysis of price trends over time.

Time-series Endpoint

Get exchange rates for a specific time period.

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-11-07",
    "end_date": "2025-11-14",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-11-07": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-11-09": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-11-14": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides a time-series analysis of Silver prices over a week, allowing developers to visualize trends and fluctuations.

Convert Endpoint

Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD.

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1763085742,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

This example demonstrates how to convert an amount from USD to Gold (XAU), providing the conversion rate and resulting value.

Fluctuation Endpoint

Track rate fluctuations between two dates.

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-11-07",
    "end_date": "2025-11-14",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        },
        "XAG": {
            "start_rate": 0.03825,
            "end_rate": 0.03815,
            "change": -0.0001,
            "change_pct": -0.26
        },
        "XPT": {
            "start_rate": 0.000915,
            "end_rate": 0.000912,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.33
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides insights into how Silver prices have changed over a specified period, highlighting both absolute and percentage changes.

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Endpoint

Get OHLC data for a specific time period.

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1763085742,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-11-14",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        },
        "XAG": {
            "open": 0.03825,
            "high": 0.0383,
            "low": 0.0381,
            "close": 0.03815
        },
        "XPT": {
            "open": 0.000915,
            "high": 0.000918,
            "low": 0.00091,
            "close": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This endpoint is crucial for traders who rely on technical analysis, providing the necessary data to evaluate market performance.

Bid/Ask Endpoint

Get current bid and ask prices for metals.

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1763085742,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-11-14",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        },
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        },
        "XPT": {
            "bid": 0.000911,
            "ask": 0.000913,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides the current bid and ask prices for Silver, essential for traders looking to execute buy or sell orders.

Conclusion

Accessing real-time Silver prices through the Metals-API is a game-changer for developers and businesses involved in metals trading. With its comprehensive range of endpoints, the API offers the flexibility and functionality needed to build robust applications that can analyze market trends, convert currencies, and track price fluctuations. By integrating the Metals-API into your systems, you can harness the power of real-time data to make informed decisions and stay competitive in the ever-evolving metals market.

For more information on how to implement these features, refer to the Metals-API Documentation. Explore the full list of supported symbols at the Metals-API Supported Symbols page, and start leveraging the transformative potential of real-time metals data today.