Scrap Silver Calculator
Calculate the value of your scrap silver based on weight, purity, and current market prices
Calculate Silver Value
Total weight of your silver items
Percentage of pure silver content
Current market price of silver
Silver Value Results
Calculation: 0.000g × $0.000/g
Important Notes
- • This calculator shows the intrinsic value of pure silver content only
- • Actual selling prices may be lower due to dealer commissions and spreads
- • Collectible items may have value beyond their silver content
- • Silver prices fluctuate constantly during trading hours
Example Calculation
Sterling Silver Necklace
Weight: 50 grams
Purity: 92.5% (Sterling Silver)
Silver Price: $18.85 per Troy ounce
Calculation Steps
Pure Silver Weight: 50g × 0.925 = 46.25g
Price per gram: $18.85 ÷ 31.1034g = $0.606/g
Total Value: 46.25g × $0.606 = $28.04
Common Silver Purities
Silver Valuation Tips
Look for hallmarks (925, 900, 800) on jewelry
Use precise digital scales for accuracy
Remove stones and non-silver components
Check current spot prices before selling
Understanding Scrap Silver Valuation
How Silver Value is Calculated
The value of scrap silver is determined by three main factors: the weight of your silver items, their purity (percentage of actual silver), and the current market price of silver.
Silver Value = Pure Silver Weight × Price per Unit
Silver prices are typically quoted in Troy ounces, where 1 Troy ounce equals 31.1034 grams. This is different from the regular ounce (28.3495 grams) used for everyday measurements.
Silver Purity Standards
Silver purity is measured as either a percentage or in parts per thousand (permille, ‰). The higher the number, the more pure silver content the item contains.
- •Sterling Silver (925): 92.5% silver, commonly used in jewelry
- •Coin Silver (900): 90% silver, used in older coins
- •Fine Silver (999): 99.9% silver, nearly pure silver
- •Jewelry Silver (800): 80% silver, lower-grade jewelry
Tips for Silver Valuation
Finding Silver Purity
Look for hallmarks or stamps on your silver items. Common markings include 925, 900, 800, or "Sterling" which indicate the silver purity.
Accurate Weighing
Use a precise digital scale for accurate measurements. Remove any non-silver components like stones or clasps before weighing.
Current Market Prices
Silver prices change constantly. Check current spot prices from reliable sources like precious metals dealers or financial websites.