Silver market chart
Historical benchmark in USD per troy ounce; weight conversions are shown in the tables.
Silver Price Chart in USD per Momme
Live silver price history in US Dollar (USD) 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 (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 — USD.
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 USD — quick conversion table
| Quantity | Grams | Troy ounces | Value (USD) |
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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 US Dollar and refresh with the price above.
Buying Silver in United States: 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 US Dollar. Physical buyers in United States pay that reference plus a premium, and local trading is concentrated around New York and the large national online dealers. Buyers there generally watch the COMEX front-month contract and the LBMA PM auction as the day's reference.
Taxes and duties. Silver, platinum and palladium follow the same state-level rules, and long-term gains on physical metal are taxed as collectibles at up to 28%. 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 USD can sit noticeably above the spot value of the same momme of metal.
How people usually buy. The common routes in United States are APMEX-style online dealers, local coin shops, US Mint authorised purchasers and COMEX futures and ETFs. The products most often quoted locally include American Gold Eagle, American Buffalo, 1 oz Silver Eagle, 10 oz and 1 kg bars.
Local conventions. Prices are quoted per troy ounce; jewellery is sold in karats (14K and 18K dominate) rather than fineness. 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 USD quote.
Market information only, updated with live prices. Not tax or investment advice; tax rules in United States can change.
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About Silver Price in USD
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 US Dollar
The current silver price per momme in US Dollar (USD) 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 United States, 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 USD Price
How silver has performed over 1, 5, 10, and 20 years against today's spot price (USD/oz). Useful for United States investors tracking silver in USD.
| 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 USD – FAQ
How much does one ounce of silver cost in USD 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/USD rate.
What is the current silver rate in United States today?
The current silver rate in United States 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 US Dollar.
How much is 1 momme of silver in USD?
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 USD 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 USD 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 United States?
Silver, platinum and palladium follow the same state-level rules, and long-term gains on physical metal are taxed as collectibles at up to 28%. Always confirm the current rule with the dealer, because the tax treatment changes the real cost per momme more than small differences in the USD spot quote.
Where do people usually buy silver in United States?
The usual routes are APMEX-style online dealers, local coin shops, US Mint authorised purchasers, COMEX futures and ETFs. Local trading is centred on New York and the large national online dealers, and the products most often quoted are American Gold Eagle, American Buffalo, 1 oz Silver Eagle, 10 oz and 1 kg bars.
Why is the shop price of silver higher than the spot price in USD?
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 United States silver market follow?
Local buyers generally follow the COMEX front-month contract and the LBMA PM auction, converted into US Dollar (USD). Prices are quoted per troy ounce; jewellery is sold in karats (14K and 18K dominate) rather than fineness.