Silver is part of our daily lives: jewellery, savings, gifts, and even industry. People check the silver rate in Pakistan for many reasons, to buy a ring, price a bracelet, or decide whether to hold silver as part of savings. This guide explains everything from purity and care to how prices move and the latest silver price in Pakistan today per tola, per gram, per 10 gram, and per kilogram.
Silver Price in Pakistan Today – 28 January, 2026
Today’s commonly published local rate (example city averages) sits around PKR 12,024 per tola (Rs. 1,031 per gram).
| Silver Rate Today | |
| Silver Rate Per Tola | Silver Rate Per 10 Grams |
| Rs. 11,349 | Rs. 9,730 |
| Tuesday, January 28, 2025 | |
| Silver Price Differences | ||||
| Silver Rate | 27 January, 2026 Price | 28 January, 2026 Price | Difference | Difference % |
| Price Per Tola | Rs. 12,024 | Rs. 11,349 | -Rs. 675 | -6% |
| Price Per Gram | Rs. 1,031 | Rs. 973 | -Rs. 58 | -6% |
| Price Per Ounce (Troy) | Rs. 32,064 | Rs. 30,264 | -Rs. 1,800 | -6% |
| Price Per Kg | Rs. 1,030,882 | Rs. 973,011 | -Rs. 57,871 | -6% |
Silver Price in Pakistan by Weight, Tola, Gram, KG
The following are the latest silver rates per tola, per gram, per kilo, and per ounce:
| Silver Price By Weight | ||||
| Date | Price Per Tola | Price Per Gram | Price Per Ounce (Troy) | Price Per Kg |
| January 28, 2025 | Rs. 11,349 | Rs. 973 | Rs. 30,264 | Rs. 973,011 |
| January 27, 2025 | Rs. 12,024 | Rs. 1,031 | Rs. 32,064 | Rs. 1,030,882 |
| January 26, 2025 | Rs. 10,857 | Rs. 931 | Rs. 28,952 | Rs. 930,829 |
| January 25, 2025 | Rs. 11,000 | Rs. 943 | Rs. 29,333 | Rs. 943,089 |
| January 24, 2025 | Rs. 10,569 | Rs. 906 | Rs. 28,184 | Rs. 906,137 |
| January 23, 2025 | Rs. 10,077 | Rs. 864 | Rs. 26,872 | Rs. 863,955 |
| January 22, 2025 | Rs. 9,825 | Rs. 842 | Rs. 26,200 | Rs. 842,350 |
| January 21, 2025 | Rs. 9,899 | Rs. 849 | Rs. 26,397 | Rs. 848,694 |
| January 20, 2025 | Rs. 9,932 | Rs. 852 | Rs. 26,485 | Rs. 851,524 |
| January 19, 2025 | Rs. 9,477 | Rs. 813 | Rs. 25,272 | Rs. 812,514 |
| January 18, 2025 | Rs. 9,610 | Rs. 824 | Rs. 25,627 | Rs. 823,917 |
| January 17, 2025 | Rs. 9,342 | Rs. 801 | Rs. 24,912 | Rs. 800,940 |
| January 16, 2025 | Rs. 9,574 | Rs. 821 | Rs. 25,531 | Rs. 820,830 |
| January 15, 2025 | Rs. 9,592 | Rs. 822 | Rs. 25,579 | Rs. 822,373 |
| January 14, 2025 | Rs. 9,359 | Rs. 802 | Rs. 24,957 | Rs. 802,397 |
| January 13, 2025 | Rs. 9,048 | Rs. 776 | Rs. 24,128 | Rs. 775,733 |
| January 12, 2025 | Rs. 8,424 | Rs. 722 | Rs. 22,464 | Rs. 722,235 |
| January 11, 2025 | Rs. 8,630 | Rs. 740 | Rs. 23,013 | Rs. 739,896 |
| January 10, 2025 | Rs. 8,512 | Rs. 730 | Rs. 22,699 | Rs. 729,779 |
| January 9, 2025 | Rs. 8,170 | Rs. 700 | Rs. 21,787 | Rs. 700,458 |
| January 8, 2025 | Rs. 8,347 | Rs. 716 | Rs. 22,259 | Rs. 715,633 |
| January 7, 2025 | Rs. 8,538 | Rs. 732 | Rs. 22,768 | Rs. 732,008 |
| January 6, 2025 | Rs. 8,122 | Rs. 696 | Rs. 21,659 | Rs. 696,343 |
| January 5, 2025 | Rs. 7,664 | Rs. 657 | Rs. 20,437 | Rs. 657,076 |
| January 4, 2025 | Rs. 7,770 | Rs. 666 | Rs. 20,720 | Rs. 666,164 |
| January 3, 2025 | Rs. 7,598 | Rs. 651 | Rs. 20,261 | Rs. 651,417 |
| January 2, 2025 | Rs. 7,513 | Rs. 644 | Rs. 20,035 | Rs. 644,130 |
| January 1, 2025 | Rs. 7,557 | Rs. 648 | Rs. 20,152 | Rs. 647,902 |
These are standard international conversions:
- 1 Tola = 11.6638 grams
- 1 Troy Ounce = 31.1035 grams
- 1 KG = 1000 grams
52.5 Tola Chandi/Silver Price
| Chandi Rate Per 52.5 Tola | Rs. 595,823 |
These are rounded examples for clarity, confirm live.
International Silver Rate, how it links to Pakistan
International silver spot traded near USD 112–114 per troy ounce on 28 Jan 2026, this is the price that ultimately drives local PKR rates after currency conversion and local premiums.
Why both matter: international spot sets the base; the USD–PKR exchange and local dealer premiums create the price you pay in rupees. News-driven swings (dollar moves, geopolitical risk) can move silver quickly.
Check out the latest and historic international prices:

Historic Silver Prices in Pakistan
Silver has been more volatile than gold historically. It often reacts to industrial cycles (electronics, solar panels) and investor flows. Last year, silver’s strong run reflected both stronger industrial demand and a weaker dollar, producing steep gains. Here is the monthly historic chart:

Factors Affecting Silver Price, my practical analysis (first person)
I track silver daily. These are the drivers I watch and why they matter for you when buying or holding silver:
- USD–PKR exchange rate. Here in Pakistan, a weaker rupee pushes rupee silver prices up even if the dollar spot is steady. I always check the FX board before I call a shop.
- Industrial demand (electronics, solar, medical). Silver is not just jewellery metal. A surprise rise in demand for solar panels or electronics increases real consumption and tightens physical markets.
- Local supply and dealer premiums. If dealers run low on bars/coins, premiums rise fast. I’ve seen small-city shops charge noticeably more during short supply spells.
- Speculative sentiment & seasonal demand. Festivals, wedding seasons, or panic buying can cause local spikes. Retail emotion moves premiums more than metal value sometimes.
- Mining and recycling supply. Silver often comes as a by-product of other metal mines. Even when prices rise, new supply does not always follow fast. Recycling increases when prices are high, but that’s not instant.
When three or more of these indicators point the same way, I treat price moves as stronger. If only one indicator moves (for example, a sudden tweet about the dollar), I stay cautious.
Is Silver a Good Investment in Pakistan?
Short answer: it depends on your goal.
If you want a physical asset as a hedge against inflation or currency weakness, silver might work as it’s cheaper than gold, easy to buy, and liquid in local markets. If you want stable, predictable returns, silver might not be ideal; it moves up and down more sharply than gold as you can see in the historic graphs in this blog. Consult a financial adviser for more details.
Practical buying approach: I tell my friends to buy what they can hold comfortably, prefer sealed bars/coins for investment (lower making charges), and avoid paying high premiums for decorative jewellery if their primary goal is investment.
Silver Purity & Types, detailed, with direct answers
Knowing the type of silver helps avoid paying the wrong price and prevents surprises in durability or care.
Fine silver (999, 99.9%)
Almost pure. Used mainly for bullion, investment bars and collector coins. Soft and not ideal for daily-wear jewellery.
Sterling silver / 925 (92.5%)
The everyday jewellery standard. 92.5% silver plus 7.5% copper (or other metal). Stronger and more suited for rings, chains and bracelets. Most Pakistani silver jewellery is 925.
Coin silver (900)
Historically used for coins and flatware; you may find antiques with this mark.
Silver plate & nickel-silver
Silver-plated items have a thin silver layer; nickel-silver looks like silver but contains no real silver. Both have low intrinsic value and different care needs.
How purity affects use and care
Higher purity = greater metal value but softer. Sterling (925) balances value and strength. Plated pieces wear and reveal base metals with time.
Quick Q&A
- What is 925 silver? Sterling silver with 92.5% purity; stamped “925.”
- What is sterling silver? Same as 925.
- How to check pure silver? Look for hallmarks (925, 999), check weight/density, use a magnet test (silver is not magnetic). For certainty, ask a trusted jeweller for an acid test or an XRF assay.
- Does 925 sterling silver tarnish? Yes, the alloy metals react with air or sulfur and form tarnish; cleaning restores shine.
- Does silver oxidize? Silver forms surface compounds (commonly called tarnish or silver sulfide); this is normal chemical reaction and usually reversible.
Silver Care & Maintenance, practical steps, then answers
Treat silver like everyday valuables. A few simple steps keep it bright for years.
- After wearing, wipe silver with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove sweat, oil and perfume. These speed tarnish.
- Store silver in zipped plastic bags or anti-tarnish pouches; keep pieces separate to avoid scratches. Silica gel helps in humid climates.
- For daily dirt, use warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- For light tarnish, make a paste of baking soda and water; rub gently with a soft cloth or brush, then rinse.
- For heavy black tarnish on plain metal: use the aluminium-foil + baking-soda bath (line a bowl with foil, add hot water and baking soda, let item touch foil briefly, this transfers tarnish). Do not use this on porous stones or glued settings.
- For delicate or stone-set pieces, have a professional jeweller clean them. Ultrasonic machines and dips can damage certain gems.
Quick Q&A
- How to clean a silver ring at home? Mild soap & water for daily cleaning. For tarnish, baking soda paste or foil-bath for plain metal rings. Avoid immersing rings with glued stones.
- How to clean a silver chain that turned black? If the chain is solid and sturdy, a foil-bath works. If thin, hollow or soldered, ask a jeweller, the foil-bath can stress weak links.
- Does silver react with water? Pure silver is stable in water. Water with chlorine, salts, or pollutants speeds tarnish in alloys. Always rinse & dry after pool or sea exposure.
Silver Uses
Silver’s uses splits into three broad areas: jewellery/ornamental, industrial, and investment. Each affects price and local availability differently.
1. Jewellery & cultural use
In Pakistan silver serves daily jewellery, bridal trousseaus, festive gifts, and household silverware. Its lower entry cost vs gold makes it popular for gifting and everyday wear. Jewellery demand is seasonal, festivals and weddings boost local buying and shop premiums.
2. Industrial and technological use
Silver’s exceptional conductivity and reflectivity make it vital in electronics, photovoltaics (solar), and medical devices. Modern electronics use tiny but numerous silver contacts; solar cell production uses silver paste. Growth in green energy and electronics increases ongoing industrial demand, which feeds into tightening physical supply chains when production ramps up. This demand base distinguishes silver from gold and makes its price more cyclical.
3. Investment and recycling
Investors buy bars, coins and bullion. In Pakistan, small savers commonly buy coins or small bars; larger investors prefer sealed branded bars. A big share of supply comes from recycling electronics and old jewellery. High prices encourage recycling; low prices discourage it. This secondary supply acts as a buffer but is not instantaneous.
4. Medical & specialty uses
Silver’s antibacterial properties make it useful in wound dressings, coatings for medical instruments, and water purification systems. These niche uses are small in volume but important for specific markets.
Because silver fulfills both industrial and monetary roles, it can react quickly to changes in industry (e.g., solar demand) or investor sentiment (e.g., safe-haven buying). That dual role is central to understanding price action.
How & Where to Buy Silver in Pakistan
Buy from established jewellers, licensed bullion dealers or well-reviewed online sellers. For investment, prefer sealed bars/coins from recognized refiners and keep the invoice. For jewellery, look for hallmarks and ask for an itemized bill showing weight and rate. Compare at least two-three shops before committing to larger purchases.
Important disclaimer:
Silver rates change daily and sometimes, even hourly. The numbers in this blog are estimated and averaged market prices and examples. Always confirm live rates with a trusted local dealer before buying. This post is for information only and is not investment advice.
FAQs
What is the current silver price in Pakistan today?
Check a local dealer’s live board; example used here: Rs. 11,349 per tola (28 Jan 2026). Confirm in your city before purchase.
What is the silver rate per tola in Pakistan?
Dealers publish per-tola and per-gram rates daily. One tola = 11.6638 g; compare both gram and tola rates to verify math.
How much is 1 gram silver in Pakistan?
Varies by day: ~Rs. 1,031 per gram (28 Jan 2026).
What is 1 tola silver price today in Pakistan?
Multiply per-gram rate by 11.6638, or check dealer board; example: ~Rs. 11,349 per tola.
Is silver a good investment in Pakistan?
Silver can preserve value and diversify savings, but it is volatile. Use it as part of a diversified portfolio and buy with clear intent (use vs investment). For large positions, consult a financial adviser.
How to buy silver in Pakistan safely?
Buy from reputable sellers, ask for hallmarks and invoices, prefer sealed bars/coins for investment and request weight × rate × making-charge breakdown for jewellery.
Where can I buy silver jewellery in Pakistan?
Major jewellery markets and branded stores in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and verified online shops. Choose sellers with long local reputation and clear return policies.
What is 925 silver?
Sterling silver, 92.5% silver + 7.5% other metals (usually copper). Stamped “925”.
Does 925 sterling silver tarnish?
Yes; normal reaction to sulfur and air. Clean and store properly.
How to check if silver is pure?
Look for hallmarks, test weight/density, magnet test, or get professional acid/XRF test for certainty.
How to clean silver jewellery at home?
Mild soap + water for daily cleaning; baking soda paste or foil-bath for tarnish on plain metal; jeweller cleaning for delicate pieces.
Why does silver turn black?
Silver reacts with sulfur/air pollutants and forms silver sulfide (tarnish) that looks black.
Does silver react with water?
Pure silver is stable in water; pool chemicals, salt or contaminants accelerate tarnish in alloys.
What is sterling silver?
Same as 925 silver.Is silver haram for men?
Generally, most mainstream scholars permit men to wear silver (unlike gold, which many scholars restrict for men). For a definitive local ruling consult a trusted religious authority.

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