Get Silver Jan 2026 (SIF26) prices using this API

XAG. As we look ahead to January 2026, understanding how to access real-time prices and historical data for silver using the Metals-API can empower developers to create innovative applications that cater to the needs of traders and analysts.

Metals-API Information

About Silver (XAG)

API Description

Metals-API is a powerful tool designed for developers looking to harness real-time metals data. This API provides a comprehensive suite of features that enable the retrieval of current and historical prices for various metals, including silver. By leveraging the capabilities of the Metals-API, developers can build next-generation applications that offer users valuable insights into the metals market.

Key Features and Endpoints

• Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rates for all available metals, including silver. The response includes the current price of silver per troy ounce, allowing users to stay updated on market fluctuations.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical exchange rates for any date since 2019. This feature is essential for analyzing past performance and making informed predictions about future trends.
• Bid And Ask Endpoint: Retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for silver and other metals. This information is crucial for traders looking to execute buy or sell orders at optimal prices.
• Convert Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD. For example, if a trader wants to know how much silver they can buy with a certain amount of USD, this endpoint provides the necessary conversion.
• Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice. This feature is particularly useful for analyzing trends over specific periods.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how silver prices fluctuate between two dates. This endpoint provides insights into market volatility and helps traders understand price movements.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest price of silver for a specified date range. This information is vital for identifying price extremes and making strategic trading decisions.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Get detailed OHLC data for silver over a specific time period. This endpoint is essential for technical analysis and understanding market behavior.
• API Key: Your API Key is the unique identifier that allows you to access the Metals-API. It must be included in the API request to authenticate your access.
• API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default. All data is returned in a structured JSON format, making it easy for developers to integrate into their applications.
• Supported Symbols Endpoint: This endpoint provides a constantly updated list of all available metal symbols, including silver. Developers can use this information to ensure they are querying the correct symbols.
• News Endpoint: Retrieve the latest news articles related to various metals, including silver. Staying informed about market developments is crucial for making strategic trading decisions.

List of Symbols

Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1755687631,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-20",
    "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": 1755601231,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-19",
    "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": "2025-08-13",
    "end_date": "2025-08-20",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-08-13": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-08-15": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-08-20": {
            "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": 1755687631,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-13",
    "end_date": "2025-08-20",
    "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": 1755687631,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-20",
    "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": 1755687631,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-20",
    "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 offers a robust solution for developers seeking to access real-time and historical data for silver and other precious metals. With features such as the Latest Rates Endpoint, Historical Rates Endpoint, and various conversion tools, the API empowers users to make informed trading decisions. By integrating these capabilities into applications, developers can enhance the user experience and provide valuable insights into the metals market.

Metals-API Documentation. Additionally, the Metals-API Supported Symbols page provides a comprehensive list of available metal symbols, ensuring that developers can easily access the data they need. As the market for precious metals continues to evolve, leveraging the power of real-time data through the Metals-API will be essential for staying competitive in this dynamic landscape.