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Silver, known for its highly reflective nature, is used to manufacture mirrors, optical instruments, and photographic materials. It maintains its popularity among investors and is available in the form of bullion and silver coins.
While silver finds widespread utility, it can pose several environmental and ethical challenges, calling for sustainable practices in the industry.
Basic Properties
Atomic Symbol
Ag
Atomic Number
47
Atomic Weight
107.87
g/mol
Density
10.49
g/mol
Melting Point
961.8 °C
1,763.2 °F
Boiling Point
2,162 °C
3,924 °F
Basic Properties
Atomic Symbol
Ag
Atomic Number
47
Atomic Weight
107.87
g/mol
Density
10.49
g/mol
Melting Point
961.8 °C
1,763.2 °F
Boiling Point
2,162 °C
3,924 °F
Occurrence and Production
Silver extraction commonly involves ore minerals like argentite and chlorargyrite, often found with lead, copper, and zinc. Mexico, China, Peru, and Russia are major silver producers. The extraction process includes flotation, smelting, chemical leaching, and purification through electrolysis and the Parkes process.
Uses of Silver
Jewellery and Silverware
Due to its metallic luster and workability, silver is a preferred choice for decorative items and utensils. Silver’s unique properties make it highly desirable for artisans and consumers alike.
Industrial Applications
The superior electrical conductivity of silver makes it a key component in electrical contacts and conductors. Not only these, but its applications also extend to solar panels, water filtration, and photography.
Investment and Currency
Silver bullion coins and bars are a popular choice among investors and also have a historical significance. Silver has played a crucial role in the development of coinage, making it a highly desired commodity among investors.
Medicine
Silver possesses antimicrobial properties, making it valuable in various medical applications like antiperspirants, as superbug-resistant sprays and traditional antibiotics in hospitals.
Uses of Silver
Jewellery and Silverware
Due to its metallic luster and workability, silver is a preferred choice for decorative items and utensils. Silver’s unique properties make it highly desirable for artisans and consumers alike.
Industrial Applications
The superior electrical conductivity of silver makes it a key component in electrical contacts and conductors. Not only these, but its applications also extend to solar panels, water filtration, and photography.
Investment and Currency
Silver bullion coins and bars are a popular choice among investors and also have a historical significance. Silver has played a crucial role in the development of coinage, making it a highly desired commodity among investors.
Medicine
Silver possesses antimicrobial properties, making it valuable in various medical applications like antiperspirants, as superbug-resistant sprays and traditional antibiotics in hospitals.
Unique Characteristics
Because silver is the most reflective material, it is used in mirrors, optical systems, and telescopes. It is equally impressive as one of the best conductors of heat and electricity among metals. Even when in its purest form, silver shows resistance to corrosion allowing it to maintain its lustrous appearance over time.
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Recognizing the indispensable role of platinum in chemical processing and dentistry, we offer both LBMA Good and Non-Good Platinum Bars, making it a popular choice for investment.
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This rare and valuable metal is often sourced as a byproduct of nickel and copper mining. You can get it in various forms and purities, including bars, small bars, palladium alloys, etc.
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Integrity
Honesty and transparency in all practices
Quality
Products and services of the highest excellence
Innovation
Continuous improvement and market leadership
Social
Responsibility
Supporting and engaging with local communities