Query Lucknow Silver (LUCK-XAG) Historical Prices from this API

In the world of precious metals, silver (XAG) holds a significant place due to its diverse industrial applications and investment potential. For developers and analysts looking to access historical prices of silver, the Metals-API offers a robust solution. This blog post will delve into the capabilities of the Metals-API, focusing on how to retrieve historical prices for silver and explore the various features that make this API a powerful tool for developers.

Metals-API Information

About Silver (XAG)

Silver, denoted by the symbol XAG, is not just a precious metal used for jewelry and coins; it plays a crucial role in various industrial applications. From electronics to solar panels, silver's conductivity and reflective properties make it indispensable in modern technology. As industries evolve, innovations in manufacturing processes are increasingly integrating smart technologies, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.

Moreover, the digital market analysis of silver has gained traction, with more investors turning to data-driven insights to make informed decisions. The integration of supply chain technology has also transformed how silver is sourced and distributed, ensuring transparency and traceability in its journey from mine to market.

API Description

The Metals-API is designed to provide real-time and historical data for various metals, including silver. This API empowers developers to build next-generation applications that can analyze market trends, track price fluctuations, and convert currencies seamlessly. By leveraging the transformative potential of real-time metals data, developers can create innovative solutions that cater to the needs of investors, manufacturers, and analysts alike.

For more information, you can visit the Metals-API Website or check the Metals-API Documentation for detailed guidance on implementation.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that cater to different needs. Here are some of the key features:

Latest Rates Endpoint: Depending on your subscription plan, this endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for silver and other metals, updated every 60 minutes or more frequently.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for silver dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, you can retrieve the price of silver on that date, allowing for in-depth market analysis.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This feature enables you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for silver, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
Convert Endpoint: Easily convert any amount of silver to another metal or to/from USD, facilitating seamless transactions and calculations.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, enabling trend analysis over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how silver prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, providing insights into market volatility.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Retrieve open, high, low, and close prices for silver over a specified period, essential for technical analysis.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Get the lowest and highest prices for silver over a defined period, helping investors identify market extremes.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols, including silver, dating back to 2008, which is crucial for long-term market analysis.
News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to silver and other metals, providing context to market movements.

For a complete list of supported symbols, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Understanding the API responses is crucial for effective implementation. Below are examples of various endpoints and their responses:

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1761631316,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-10-28",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response indicates the current exchange rates for silver (XAG) and other metals, providing a snapshot of the market at a specific time.

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1761544916,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-10-27",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This example shows how to retrieve historical rates for silver on a specific date, allowing for detailed analysis of price movements over time.

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-10-21",
    "end_date": "2025-10-28",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-10-21": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825
        },
        "2025-10-23": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382
        },
        "2025-10-28": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

The time-series response provides daily rates for silver over a specified period, enabling developers to analyze trends and patterns in the data.

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAG",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1761631316,
        "rate": 0.03815
    },
    "result": 38.15,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

This response demonstrates how to convert an amount from USD to silver, providing the equivalent value in troy ounces.

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-10-21",
    "end_date": "2025-10-28",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAG": {
            "start_rate": 0.03825,
            "end_rate": 0.03815,
            "change": -0.0001,
            "change_pct": -0.26
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This endpoint tracks fluctuations in silver prices over a specified period, providing insights into market volatility and trends.

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1761631316,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-10-28",
    "rates": {
        "XAG": {
            "open": 0.03825,
            "high": 0.0383,
            "low": 0.0381,
            "close": 0.03815
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

The OHLC response provides critical data for traders and analysts, allowing them to assess market performance over a specific timeframe.

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1761631316,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-10-28",
    "rates": {
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides the current bid and ask prices for silver, essential for understanding market liquidity and pricing dynamics.

Conclusion

The Metals-API is an invaluable resource for developers and analysts seeking to access historical prices and real-time data for silver (XAG). With its comprehensive set of features, including the ability to query historical rates, track fluctuations, and convert currencies, the API empowers users to make informed decisions based on accurate and timely information.

By leveraging the capabilities of the Metals-API, developers can create innovative applications that cater to the needs of investors and manufacturers alike. Whether you're analyzing market trends, integrating smart manufacturing technologies, or exploring digital market analysis, the Metals-API provides the tools necessary for success.

For further exploration of the API's capabilities, refer to the Metals-API Documentation and discover how you can harness the power of real-time metals data in your applications.

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Query Lucknow Silver (LUCK-XAG) Historical Prices from this API