Silver Price in 1979
In 1979, the LBMA silver price rose 379.8% — from $6.71 at the start of the year to $32.20 by year-end. It reached a high of $32.20 in December and a low of $6.71 in January, averaging $12.52 for the year.
1979 silver price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $6.71 | $32.20 (December) | $6.71 (January) | $32.20 | $12.52 |
| GBP | £3.36 | £14.47 (December) | £3.36 (January) | £14.47 | £5.81 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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