Accessing Micro Silver Futures (SIL) prices made easy with this API

Metals-API provides a robust solution for accessing Micro Silver Futures (SIL) prices, enabling users to integrate comprehensive metal pricing data into their applications seamlessly. This blog post will delve into the intricacies of silver markets, the innovative capabilities of the Metals-API, and how developers can leverage this powerful tool to enhance their applications.

Metals-API Information

About Silver (XAG)

XAG, is not only a precious metal but also a critical component in various industrial applications. Its unique properties make it indispensable in sectors such as electronics, solar energy, and medical technology. As industries continue to innovate, the demand for silver is expected to rise, further solidifying its position in the global market.

API Description

Metals-API is a powerful tool designed to provide developers with real-time and historical data on various metals, including silver. This API empowers users to build next-generation applications that require accurate and timely metal pricing information. With its innovative features, the Metals-API transforms how developers access and utilize metals data.

Metals-API Documentation, which provides detailed information on all available endpoints and their functionalities.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint returns real-time exchange rate data for metals, updated based on the user's subscription plan. For example, a trader can access the latest silver prices at any given moment, allowing for timely decision-making.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Users can access historical rates for most metals dating back to 2019. This feature is invaluable for conducting market analysis and understanding price trends over time.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature enables users to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for metals, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
Convert Endpoint: The conversion endpoint allows users to convert amounts between different metals and currencies, facilitating seamless transactions.
Time-Series Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to query daily historical rates between two dates, enabling detailed analysis of price movements over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Users can track how metal prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, providing insights into market volatility.
Carat Endpoint: This feature allows users to retrieve information about gold rates by carat, catering to specific market needs.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Users can query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for a specific date, aiding in market analysis.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides users with open, high, low, and close prices for a specific date, essential for technical analysis.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, allowing for comprehensive market research.
API Key: Each user receives a unique API key, which is essential for accessing the API's features securely.
API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data representation.
Available Endpoints: The Metals-API provides a constantly updated list of all available currencies and metals, ensuring users have access to the latest information.
Gold Price India Endpoint: This dedicated endpoint allows users to retrieve the latest gold prices in India, catering to regional market needs.
News Endpoint: Users can access the latest news articles related to various metals, keeping them informed about market developments.

Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1755129745,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-14",
    "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"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1755043345,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-13",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-07",
    "end_date": "2025-08-14",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-08-07": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-08-09": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-08-14": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1755129745,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-07",
    "end_date": "2025-08-14",
    "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"
}

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Price Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1755129745,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-14",
    "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"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1755129745,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-14",
    "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"
}

Conclusion

Metals-API. With its comprehensive range of endpoints, developers can integrate real-time and historical data into their applications, enabling informed decision-making in the fast-paced world of metals trading. From the latest rates to detailed historical analysis, the Metals-API offers a wealth of information that can empower traders and investors alike.

Metals-API Website and explore the extensive Metals-API Documentation for detailed guidance on implementation.

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Accessing Micro Silver Futures (SIL) prices made easy with this API