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🇨🇳 Silver Price Today in China | ¥459.67
Live silver price in Chinese Yuan (CNY) — updated every minute
Last updated: Jun 19, 2026, 01:32 AM ET
Per Gram (CNY)
¥14.7786
Per Troy Oz (CNY)
¥459.67
Per Kg (CNY)
¥14,779
USD/Silver Spot
$63.49/oz
USD/CNY Rate
1 USD = 7.24 CNY
Gold/Silver Ratio
65.1:1
Silver Market in China
China is the world's largest silver consumer and largest silver producer, mining over 300 tonnes annually. The Shanghai silver Exchange (SGE) is the world's largest physical silver exchange. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has been aggressively accumulating silver reserves, adding hundreds of tonnes in 2022–2025 as part of a de-dollarization strategy.
Why do people in China invest in silver?
Chinese households view silver as the ultimate store of value and a traditional wedding gift. The "silver Panda" coin issued by the People's Bank of China is a highly collectible investment product. Rising middle-class wealth, uncertainty about property markets, and yuan internationalisation concerns have all driven strong silver demand.
Frequently Asked Questions — Silver in China
What is the silver price in China in yuan today?
China silver prices are set by the Shanghai silver Exchange (SGE) benchmark, denominated in CNY per gram. The SGE price closely tracks the international USD price but can diverge due to import restrictions and domestic demand surges.
Why is the Shanghai silver price sometimes higher than London?
The Shanghai premium (SGE price vs LBMA benchmark, converted to USD) reflects import quotas, local demand intensity, and currency controls. Premiums of $5–30/oz are common; during demand surges they can exceed $50/oz.
Can foreigners buy silver in China?
Foreign investors can access Chinese silver markets through the Shanghai International silver Exchange (SGEI), which accepts international participants. However, capital controls restrict physical silver movement in and out of China.
Is the Chinese silver Panda coin a good investment?
The silver Panda is a legal tender silver coin issued annually by the PBoC with changing designs, making it both a bullion coin and a collectible. It commands premiums above spot, especially for older/rare issues, but the standard 30g Panda is a legitimate bullion investment.