Silver market chart
Historical benchmark in NZD per troy ounce; weight conversions are shown in the tables.
Silver Price Chart in NZD per Momme
Live silver price history in New Zealand Dollar (NZD) per momme. Toggle 24H, 7D, 30D, and 1Y ranges to analyze silver trends.
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= 3.7500 grams
= 0.120565 troy ounces
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Silver price by weight
| Weight | Grams | Spot value (NZD) |
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| Troy Ounce | 31.1035 | — |
| Gram | 1 | — |
| Kilogram | 1000 | — |
| Pennyweight | 1.55517 | — |
| Tola | 11.6638 | — |
| Tael (Hong Kong) | 37.429 | — |
| Tael (Shanghai / Mainland China) | 50 | — |
| Tael (Taiwan) | 37.5 | — |
| Grain | 0.0648 | — |
| Momme | 3.75 | — |
| Baht | 15.244 | — |
| Chi | 3.75 | — |
| Don | 3.75 | — |
| Mesghal | 4.6875 | — |
What is a Momme? Silver weight, conversions and local use
Definition. The momme (3.75 g) is the traditional Japanese unit of mass, best known for pearls but also used for precious metals. Locally it is written 匁. One momme equals 3.75 grams, or 0.12057 troy ounces, which at today's silver spot price works out to — NZD.
Where it is used. Japanese jewellers and pearl dealers quote per momme, and it is the unit behind many antique Japanese silver weights. The unit is the trading standard in Japan.
Pricing conventions. Japanese bullion dealers publish tax-inclusive yen prices per gram, so a momme quote is usually a conversion rather than the headline rate. Silver is bulkier per unit of value, so quotes in small traditional units are usually a conversion, while real trade happens in kilogram and 1 000 oz bars.
Good to know. One momme equals one tenth of a Taiwanese tael and matches the Korean don exactly.
Silver price per Momme in NZD — quick conversion table
| Quantity | Grams | Troy ounces | Value (NZD) |
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| 1 momme | 3.75 g | 0.1206 oz t | — |
| 5 mommes | 18.75 g | 0.6028 oz t | — |
| 10 mommes | 37.5 g | 1.2057 oz t | — |
| 100 mommes | 375 g | 12.0565 oz t | — |
Values are calculated from the live XAG spot price converted into New Zealand Dollar and refresh with the price above.
Buying Silver in New Zealand: local market, taxes and premiums
At the live price shown above per momme, the price you see here is the international XAG spot price converted into New Zealand Dollar. Physical buyers in New Zealand pay that reference plus a premium, and local trading is concentrated around Auckland, served mostly by dealers importing from Perth. Buyers there generally watch the LBMA price converted at the RBNZ daily rate as the day's reference.
Taxes and duties. Fabricated and collectable items outside the fine-metal definition carry 15% GST. Silver is bulkier and cheaper per unit, so shipping, storage and consumption taxes matter far more to the final price than they do for gold. That is why the shop price of silver in NZD can sit noticeably above the spot value of the same momme of metal.
How people usually buy. The common routes in New Zealand are New Zealand Mint, national bullion dealers, Perth Mint depository accounts and online dealers. The products most often quoted locally include 1 oz Kiwi and Perth Mint coins, 100 g bars, 1 kg silver bars.
Local conventions. Most physical supply is imported, so local premiums include freight and insurance on top of the Australian wholesale price. Before you buy, compare the dealer's asking price per momme with the live silver price above, and check the buy-back spread the same dealer offers — that round-trip cost matters more than a small difference in the headline NZD quote.
Market information only, updated with live prices. Not tax or investment advice; tax rules in New Zealand can change.
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About Silver Price in NZD
What is Silver?
Silver is a chemical element with symbol Ag and atomic number 47. It is a soft, white, lustrous transition metal with the highest electrical conductivity of any element.
History
Silver has been known since ancient times. It was one of the first five metals discovered by humans, along with gold, copper, lead, and iron.
Common Uses
Interesting Facts
- •Silver has the highest electrical conductivity of any element
- •Silver has antimicrobial properties
- •The word 'silver' appears in many languages as a root for 'money'
Silver Price Per Momme in New Zealand Dollar
The current silver price per momme in New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is updated in real-time based on international market rates. Silver is traded globally and its price fluctuates based on supply and demand, economic conditions, and geopolitical factors.
When buying or selling silver in New Zealand, it's important to understand that prices are typically quoted in troy ounces on international markets. Our converter helps you easily calculate the price in mommes, which may be more practical for local transactions.
The momme is a traditional Japanese unit of mass, primarily used for pearls and silk. This unit is commonly used when trading silver in various markets around the world.
Silver Long-Term Returns vs Current NZD Price
How silver has performed over 1, 5, 10, and 20 years against today's spot price (USD/oz). Useful for New Zealand investors tracking silver in NZD.
| Period | Start date | Price then | Return |
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Historical prices are approximate annual averages, interpolated between anchor years (1980–2026).
Silver price in NZD – FAQ
How much does one ounce of silver cost in NZD today?
One troy ounce of silver currently costs approximately the live spot price shown on this page. This live spot price is refreshed every 5 minutes from MetalflowAPI market data and reflects the international XAG/NZD rate.
What is the current silver rate in New Zealand today?
The current silver rate in New Zealand is the live spot price shown on this page per momme. Prices refresh every 5 minutes and follow the international Silver spot price converted to New Zealand Dollar.
How much is 1 momme of silver in NZD?
1 momme of silver equals the live spot price shown on this page today. This is calculated from the live spot price per troy ounce, converted via the NZD exchange rate (1 momme = 3.75 grams).
How is the silver price per momme calculated?
The silver price per momme is calculated by converting the international spot price (quoted per troy ounce in USD) to NZD using the current exchange rate, then converting to the momme weight unit (1 momme = 3.75 grams).
Do I pay tax or VAT when buying silver in New Zealand?
Fabricated and collectable items outside the fine-metal definition carry 15% GST. Always confirm the current rule with the dealer, because the tax treatment changes the real cost per momme more than small differences in the NZD spot quote.
Where do people usually buy silver in New Zealand?
The usual routes are New Zealand Mint, national bullion dealers, Perth Mint depository accounts, online dealers. Local trading is centred on Auckland, served mostly by dealers importing from Perth, and the products most often quoted are 1 oz Kiwi and Perth Mint coins, 100 g bars, 1 kg silver bars.
Why is the shop price of silver higher than the spot price in NZD?
Retail prices add a dealer premium covering refining, minting, shipping, insurance and margin, plus any local tax. Silver is bulkier and cheaper per unit, so shipping, storage and consumption taxes matter far more to the final price than they do for gold. Compare the asking price per momme with the live spot value above, and check the dealer's buy-back spread.
Which price reference does the New Zealand silver market follow?
Local buyers generally follow the LBMA price converted at the RBNZ daily rate, converted into New Zealand Dollar (NZD). Most physical supply is imported, so local premiums include freight and insurance on top of the Australian wholesale price.