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Integrate this API to get Kolkata Silver (XAG)

In the ever-evolving world of commodities trading, silver (XAG) stands out not only for its intrinsic value but also for its diverse industrial applications. The integration of the Metals-API into your applications can provide real-time data and insights that empower developers to create innovative solutions in the silver market. This blog post will delve into the significance of silver, its markets, and how the Metals-API can transform your approach to accessing and utilizing metals data.

About Silver (XAG)

Silver has long been revered as a precious metal, but its role extends far beyond jewelry and investment. In recent years, silver has found a prominent place in various industrial applications, including electronics, solar energy, and medical devices. The demand for silver in these sectors has driven innovation in manufacturing processes, leading to the integration of smart technologies and supply chain advancements.

As industries increasingly adopt digital solutions, the need for accurate and timely market data becomes paramount. This is where the Metals-API shines, providing developers with the tools necessary to access real-time silver prices, historical data, and analytical insights.

API Description

The Metals-API is a powerful tool that offers comprehensive access to metals prices and currency conversion. With its robust capabilities, developers can build applications that leverage real-time data to enhance decision-making processes. The API's transformative potential lies in its ability to provide accurate and timely information, enabling businesses to respond swiftly to market changes.

By utilizing the Metals-API, developers can create applications that analyze market trends, track price fluctuations, and convert currencies with ease. The API's design focuses on innovation and technological advancement, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in the metals market.

Key Features and Endpoints

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

• Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for silver and other metals, updated every 60 minutes, 10 minutes, or even more frequently, depending on your subscription plan. This feature is crucial for traders who need to make quick decisions based on the latest market conditions.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, you can retrieve past prices, allowing for comprehensive market analysis and trend identification.
• Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature enables you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for silver, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
• Convert Endpoint: The API includes a dedicated currency conversion endpoint, allowing users to convert amounts between different metals or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for traders operating in multiple currencies.
• Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice. This feature is invaluable for analyzing price movements over specific periods.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how silver prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis. This endpoint provides insights into market volatility and can help traders make informed decisions.
• Carat Endpoint: Retrieve information about gold rates by carat, which is essential for jewelers and those involved in the gold market.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for silver over a specified period, aiding in market analysis and investment strategies.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Access detailed OHLC data for silver, which is crucial for technical analysis and trading strategies.
• Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, providing a long-term view of market trends.
• API Key: Your unique API key is essential for accessing the API's features, ensuring secure and authorized usage.
• API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, with all data returned in a structured JSON format for easy integration.
• Available Endpoints: The API features 14 endpoints, each designed to provide specific functionalities, ensuring comprehensive coverage of metals data.
• Supported Symbols Endpoint: This constantly updated endpoint returns all available currencies and metals, making it easy to stay informed about market options.
• News Endpoint: Retrieve the latest news articles related to various metals, keeping you updated on market developments and trends.

List of Symbols

The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols, including XAU (Gold), XAG (Silver), XPT (Platinum), and XPD (Palladium). For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Understanding the API's response structure is crucial for effective integration. Below are examples of various endpoints and their corresponding JSON responses:

Latest Rates Endpoint

Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals.

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1767485458,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-01-04",
"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

Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999.

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1767399058,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-01-03",
"rates": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915,
"XPD": 0.000748
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

Get exchange rates for a specific time period.

{
"success": true,
"timeseries": true,
"start_date": "2025-12-28",
"end_date": "2026-01-04",
"base": "USD",
"rates": {
"2025-12-28": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915
},
"2025-12-30": {
"XAU": 0.000483,
"XAG": 0.0382,
"XPT": 0.000913
},
"2026-01-04": {
"XAU": 0.000482,
"XAG": 0.03815,
"XPT": 0.000912
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD.

{
"success": true,
"query": {
"from": "USD",
"to": "XAU",
"amount": 1000
},
"info": {
"timestamp": 1767485458,
"rate": 0.000482
},
"result": 0.482,
"unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

Track rate fluctuations between two dates.

{
"success": true,
"fluctuation": true,
"start_date": "2025-12-28",
"end_date": "2026-01-04",
"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) Endpoint

Get OHLC data for a specific time period.

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1767485458,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-01-04",
"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

Get current bid and ask prices for metals.

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1767485458,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-01-04",
"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

Integrating the Metals-API into your applications provides a wealth of opportunities for developers looking to leverage real-time data in the silver market. With features such as the Latest Rates Endpoint, Historical Rates Endpoint, and various conversion capabilities, the API empowers users to make informed decisions based on accurate and timely information.

As industries continue to innovate and adopt digital solutions, the importance of reliable market data cannot be overstated. By utilizing the Metals-API, developers can create applications that not only enhance trading strategies but also contribute to the overall efficiency of the metals market.

For more information on how to get started with the Metals-API, visit the Metals-API Documentation and explore the various endpoints available. Stay ahead in the competitive world of metals trading by harnessing the power of real-time data.