Popular Silver-Bar Sizes
Note: The information below is provided for general reference. For exact weight, purity, mint, and other details, please refer to each specific product listing.
1 oz Bars
A single-ounce bar is the go-to starter size for most bullion buyers. Its low entry price and compact footprint make it easy to ship, store, buy, and resell. All 1 oz pieces we carry are struck from .999 fine silver.
5 oz Bars
Five-ounce bars give you a little more metal for your money while still remaining very affordable and often costing less per ounce than a stack of five individual 1 oz bars.
10 oz Bars
Seasoned stackers frequently step up to the 10-ounce format. Although each bar is heavier, they’re surprisingly space-efficient if you plan to build a “stack.” Every 10 oz bar we offer meets or exceeds .999 fineness and qualifies for most self-directed precious-metals IRAs.
100 oz Bars
Need to expand your holdings quickly? A single 100-ounce bar moves the needle without taking up much room. Premiums are lower than on smaller pieces, yet there is still a healthy collector and investor market when you’re ready to sell. Look for .999 fine examples from Scottsdale, Sunshine Minting, or even .9999 pure bars from the Royal Canadian Mint.
Kilo Bars (32.15 oz)
At roughly one-third the weight of a 100-ounce bar, a kilo bar strikes a nice balance between size and flexibility. Because you get 1,000 g of silver in one block, the price per ounce is typically lower than buying 32 individual 1 oz bars—and they’re much easier to store.
1,000 oz “Good-Delivery” Bars
Industry bars weighing around 70 lbs carry the absolute lowest premium above spot, but their sheer size creates practical hurdles—expensive freight, limited resale avenues, and often a mandatory melt/assay if the bar ever leaves an LBMA vault. Unless you have institutional storage lined up, most private investors stick with 100-ounce bars for liquidity.
Minted vs Cast: How Production Affects the Look & Price
Minted Bars
Minted bars begin as rolled blanks that are precision-struck in a die—similar to the way coins are made. The result is a crisp shape with clear weight, purity, and mint hallmarks. Their refined appearance and tight weight tolerances often command a slightly higher premium.
Cast Bars
Cast (or poured) bars are produced by filling molds with molten silver. Because the process is faster and involves less finishing work, cast bars usually cost a bit less. Expect a more rugged surface and minor weight variations that fall within accepted tolerances.
Tip: If you’re stacking strictly for metal content, cast bars can be an economical choice. If you prefer sharp edges and polished faces, minted bars may suit you better.