Data as of 2026-10-17. Sources: Gold API (XAG spot), Frankfurter (official FX rates).
30-day trend
Price per gram by purity
| Fineness | Purity | Price per gram |
|---|---|---|
| 999 (fine silver) | 99.9% | ZAR 30.2 |
| 958 (Britannia) | 95.8% | ZAR 29 |
| 925 (sterling) | 92.5% | ZAR 28 |
| 875 | 87.5% | ZAR 26.4 |
| 830 | 83.0% | ZAR 25.1 |
| 800 | 80.0% | ZAR 24.2 |
What it costs by weight
| Weight | 999 fine | 925 sterling |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | ZAR 30.2 | ZAR 28 |
| 10 grams | ZAR 302.2 | ZAR 279.5 |
| 1 troy ounce | ZAR 940 | ZAR 869.5 |
| 100 grams | ZAR 3,022.1 | ZAR 2,795.5 |
| 1 kilogram | ZAR 30,221.5 | ZAR 27,954.8 |
A troy ounce is 31.1035 grams — the unit exchanges quote silver in. A one-kilogram bar is 32.15 ounces, not 32.
Frequently asked questions
How much is silver in South Africa today?
A gram of 999 silver in South Africa works out at ZAR 30.2 at the official ZAR rate — ZAR 940 an ounce and ZAR 30,221.5 a kilogram. That is the market calculation; shops and dealers charge more for markup and tax.
How much is a gram of silver in South African rand?
The computed price of one gram of 999 silver is ZAR 30.2 at the official ZAR rate. Retail prices are higher by premiums, VAT and fees.
Why is silver more volatile than gold?
The silver market is smaller and more than half of demand is industrial (electronics, solar), so the price reacts more to the economic cycle.
What is 925 sterling silver?
Sterling silver is 92.5% silver with 7.5% alloy for durability. A gram of it works out at ZAR 28 against ZAR 30.2 for 999 fine. It is the jewellery standard; bars and coins use 999.
How much is an ounce of silver worth?
A troy ounce weighs 31.1035 grams and costs ZAR 940 in South African rand. Exchanges quote silver per ounce; bars are sold per kilogram, and a kilogram is 32.15 ounces.
Other currencies
Gold in the same currency: gold price in South African rand. The metal ratio — Gold/Silver Ratio.