Live Kilo Silver Bar Price
Current Ask Price
$2,153.82
per kilo bar
Bid
$2,048.76
Ask
$2,153.82
Market Stats
Open
$2,090.27
High
$2,153.82
Low
$2,082.01
Prev Close
$2,111.03
As of: Dec 17, 2025, 1:35 AM
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Silver Spot Price
Silver Spot
$65.17
per troy ounce
Market Stats
Open
$63.24
High
$65.17
Low
$62.99
Prev Close
$63.87
As of: Dec 17, 2025, 1:35 AM
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Silver Price Chart
Understanding Kilo Bar Pricing
Spot Price vs. Kilo Bar Price
When purchasing a kilo silver bar, you'll pay a premium above the calculated spot value (spot price × 32.15 oz). The spot price represents the current market rate for silver traded in bulk on commodities exchanges.
Kilo bars offer competitive retail premiums, typically 3-6% over spot. This premium covers refining, assaying, shipping, and dealer margins.
Why Kilo Bars Have Better Premiums
- •Economy of Scale: Producing one kilo bar is more efficient than producing 32 individual 1 oz bars with the same total silver content.
- •Reduced Handling: Fewer individual units to package, ship, and inventory reduces per-ounce costs throughout the supply chain.
- •Global Standard: The metric kilogram is internationally recognized, ensuring efficient markets and competitive pricing worldwide.
- •Simpler Packaging: Kilo bars require less elaborate packaging than tubes of smaller bars or individually sealed products.
Premium Comparison by Size
The premium savings on kilo bars are meaningful when building a silver position. See our complete bar size comparison for detailed analysis:
Example at $66/oz spot (buying 32.15 oz of silver):
- • 32 × 1 oz bars (10% avg premium): ~$2,342
- • 3 × 10 oz bars (6% avg premium): ~$2,256
- • 1 × kilo bar (4% premium): ~$2,214
- Savings: ~$128 by choosing kilo over 1 oz bars
Questions & Answers
Common questions about kilo silver bars answered by our editorial team.
What is the relationship between spot price and kilo silver bar prices?
The kilo bar price equals spot price × 32.15 troy ounces, plus a premium (typically 3-6%). At current prices, that's approximately ~$2,200 per bar—a competitive premium compared to smaller formats.
Why do kilo bar premiums vary between dealers?
Premiums vary based on dealer overhead, inventory levels, and sourcing. Bars from top refiners (PAMP, Valcambi) may trade slightly higher than generic bars. Always compare several dealers before buying.
How does the bid-ask spread affect my kilo bar investment?
Kilo bars typically have 2-4% spreads. On a ~$2,200 bar, that's real money. Your silver must appreciate by the full spread before you break even on a round-trip transaction.
Do kilo bars have lower premiums than 10 oz bars?
Yes. Kilo bars typically run 3-6% over spot; 10 oz bars run 4-8%. The savings add up when building meaningful positions over time.
When is the best time to buy kilo silver bars based on pricing?
Buy during calm markets when premiums sit at normal levels (3-6%). Avoid crisis-driven spikes when retail premiums can temporarily surge well above normal.
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