Retrieve Surat Silver (XAG-SURA) prices via this API

XAG. This blog post will delve into the intricacies of retrieving XAG prices through the Metals-API, exploring its various markets, capabilities, and how it can empower developers to create innovative applications.

About Silver (XAG)

XAG market is no exception, as it benefits from the transformative potential of real-time metals data.

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Metals-API Documentation provides developers with the tools to access real-time and historical data for silver and other metals. This data can be utilized for market analysis, allowing traders to make informed decisions based on current trends and fluctuations.

API Description

Metals-API is a powerful tool designed to provide developers with real-time and historical data on various metals, including silver. This API empowers developers to build next-generation applications that can analyze and visualize metal prices, enabling businesses to make data-driven decisions.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1749531613,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-06-10",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912,
            "XPD": 0.000744
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1749445213,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-06-09",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Bid and Ask Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1749531613,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-06-10",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": {
                "bid": 0.000481,
                "ask": 0.000483,
                "spread": 2.0e-6
            },
            "XAG": {
                "bid": 0.0381,
                "ask": 0.0382,
                "spread": 0.0001
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Convert Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "query": {
            "from": "USD",
            "to": "XAU",
            "amount": 1000
        },
        "info": {
            "timestamp": 1749531613,
            "rate": 0.000482
        },
        "result": 0.482,
        "unit": "troy ounces"
    }

Time-Series Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timeseries": true,
        "start_date": "2025-06-03",
        "end_date": "2025-06-10",
        "base": "USD",
        "rates": {
            "2025-06-03": {
                "XAU": 0.000485,
                "XAG": 0.03825
            },
            "2025-06-10": {
                "XAU": 0.000482,
                "XAG": 0.03815
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "fluctuation": true,
        "start_date": "2025-06-03",
        "end_date": "2025-06-10",
        "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
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1749531613,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-06-10",
        "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
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Historical LME Endpoint

API Key and Authentication

API Response

Common Use Cases

• Building trading platforms that require real-time price updates.
• Creating analytical tools for market research and investment strategies.
• Integrating with financial applications to provide users with up-to-date metal prices.

Conclusion

Metals-API is an invaluable resource for developers looking to access real-time and historical data on silver and other metals. With its comprehensive range of endpoints, including the Latest Rates, Historical Rates, and Bid and Ask features, the API empowers users to build innovative applications that can analyze and visualize metal prices effectively.

Metals-API Website or explore the Metals-API Documentation for detailed guidance on implementation.

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