Retrieve the latest Iridium (IRD) prices using this API

Retrieve the Latest Iridium (IRD) Prices Using This API

Metals-API provides a powerful solution for developers looking to integrate real-time pricing and historical data for Iridium and other metals into their applications. In this blog post, we will explore the capabilities of the Metals-API, focusing on how it can be used to retrieve the latest Iridium prices and the transformative potential of real-time metals data.

About Iridium (IRD)

API Description

Metals-API Documentation, which provides comprehensive guidance on using the API effectively. The documentation covers everything from authentication to endpoint usage, ensuring that developers have all the information they need to implement the API successfully.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to retrieve real-time exchange rate data for Iridium and other metals. Depending on the subscription plan, the API can return updates every 60 minutes, every 10 minutes, or even more frequently. This feature is essential for traders who need to stay updated on market fluctuations.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Users can access historical rates for Iridium dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to the API request, developers can query historical data, enabling them to analyze trends over time and make informed decisions based on past performance.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature provides real-time bid and ask prices for Iridium, allowing traders to understand the current market sentiment and make strategic trading decisions.
Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion endpoint, which can be used to convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for businesses operating in multiple currencies.
Time-Series Endpoint: Developers can query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of their choice. This feature is invaluable for analyzing trends and fluctuations over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to track how Iridium prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, providing insights into market volatility and helping traders make informed decisions.
Carat Endpoint: Users can retrieve information about Gold rates by Carat, which can be useful for businesses involved in jewelry manufacturing and trading.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: This feature enables users to query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for Iridium over a specified period, helping traders identify potential buying or selling opportunities.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides users with the open, high, low, and close prices for Iridium, allowing for comprehensive market analysis.
Historical LME Endpoint: Users can access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, providing a wealth of data for analysis and decision-making.
API Key: Each user is assigned a unique API key that must be included in API requests to authenticate access.
API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data representation.
Available Endpoints: The API provides a constantly updated list of all available currencies and metals, ensuring that users have access to the latest information.
Gold Price India Endpoint: This dedicated endpoint allows users to retrieve the latest gold price in India, catering to a specific market segment.
News Endpoint: Users can retrieve the latest news articles related to various metals, keeping them informed about market developments and trends.

List of Symbols

Metals-API Supported Symbols page. This resource is invaluable for developers looking to integrate specific metals into their applications.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747994415,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-23",
    "rates": {
        "IRD": 0.000912,
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747908015,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-22",
    "rates": {
        "IRD": 0.000915,
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-16",
    "end_date": "2025-05-23",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-05-16": {
            "IRD": 0.000915,
            "XAU": 0.000485
        },
        "2025-05-18": {
            "IRD": 0.000912,
            "XAU": 0.000483
        },
        "2025-05-23": {
            "IRD": 0.000912,
            "XAU": 0.000482
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "IRD",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1747994415,
        "rate": 0.000912
    },
    "result": 0.912,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-16",
    "end_date": "2025-05-23",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "IRD": {
            "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

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747994415,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-23",
    "rates": {
        "IRD": {
            "open": 0.000915,
            "high": 0.000918,
            "low": 0.000910,
            "close": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747994415,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-23",
    "rates": {
        "IRD": {
            "bid": 0.000910,
            "ask": 0.000912,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Conclusion

Metals-API Documentation. Additionally, the Metals-API Supported Symbols page provides a comprehensive list of all available symbols, ensuring that you have access to the latest information. Start integrating the Metals-API today and unlock the potential of real-time metals data!

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Retrieve the latest Iridium (IRD) prices using this API