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🇲🇲 Silver Price Today in Myanmar | K152,754
Live silver price in Myanmar Kyat (MMK) — updated every minute
Last updated: May 5, 2026, 12:57 AM ET
Per Gram (MMK)
K4,911.1515
Per Troy Oz (MMK)
K152,754.00
Per Kg (MMK)
K4,911,151
USD/Silver Spot
$72.74/oz
USD/MMK Rate
1 USD = 2100 MMK
Gold/Silver Ratio
62.3:1
Silver Market in Myanmar
Myanmar has a deep cultural affinity for silver, with silver jewelry traded as both adornment and savings across all social classes. Political instability and sanctions since 2021 have made silver an especially critical store of value as the kyat depreciated sharply. Myanmar is also a significant source of jade, rubies, and other gems often exchanged alongside silver in informal markets.
Why do people in Myanmar invest in silver?
In an economy under international sanctions with a volatile military-run currency, physical silver is one of the few reliable stores of value accessible to ordinary Myanmar citizens. Urban and rural families alike hold silver jewelry as emergency savings that can be liquidated quickly. Cross-border silver trading with Thailand and China is widespread.
Frequently Asked Questions — Silver in Myanmar
What is the silver price today in Myanmar in kyat?
The silver price in Myanmar (MMK) is derived from the international USD spot price converted at the prevailing USD/MMK exchange rate. Due to capital controls and multiple exchange rates in Myanmar, local silver prices may vary significantly from official rate conversions.
How has political instability affected silver prices in Myanmar?
Since the 2021 military coup, the Myanmar kyat has depreciated significantly against the USD, causing local silver prices to rise substantially. Demand for physical silver as a safe-haven asset has increased among the population seeking to protect savings from currency erosion and economic uncertainty.
Where can silver be traded in Myanmar?
silver is traded through licensed silver shops in Yangon, Mandalay, and other major cities. Informal markets near border areas with Thailand and China also see active silver trading. Myanmar Gems Enterprise is the state body responsible for gem and silver regulation.